linden
noun/ˈlɪndən/
Frequency rank: #10,628 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
A tall deciduous tree with heart-shaped leaves and small fragrant yellow-white flowers, also called lime tree.
Example sentence
We sat under the old linden tree and listened to the bees humming among its blossoms.
Synonyms & related words
- lime
- basswood
- tillia
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