basswood

Noun

Meaning

The bass (Tilia) or its wood; especially, T. Americana. See Bass, the lime tree.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

linden lime lime tree linden tree OAK ebony wood lemonwood black bass quicklime calx birdlime Linde largemouth bass smallmouth bass

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Hypernyms

plant wood

Hyponyms

cottonwood American basswood tilia tomentosa tilia heterophylla American lime silver lime

Phrases with the word

white basswood basswood oak basswood tree

Examples

Many species of Malvaceae sensu lato are known for their wood, with that of Ochroma (balsa) being known for its lightness, and that of Tilia (lime, linden, or basswood) as a popular wood for carving. Source: Internet

Woods typically used in solid-body electric guitars include alder (brighter, but well rounded), swamp ash (similar to alder, but with more pronounced highs and lows), mahogany (dark, bassy, warm), poplar (similar to alder), and basswood (very neutral). Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Bassora bassorin bassorine basswood oak basswood tree basswork