Basswood: meaning, definitions and examples

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basswood

 

[ ˈbæs.wʊd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

wood type

Basswood is a type of hardwood that is known for its soft, light, and workable qualities. It is derived from the Tilia tree, commonly found in North America. Owing to its mild texture, basswood is often used in various crafts, furniture making, and wood carving. This wood is particularly favored for its ability to hold intricate details while being easy to cut and shape.

Synonyms

linden, tilia

Examples of usage

  • The artist chose basswood for his sculpture.
  • She crafted a beautiful box from basswood.
  • Basswood is commonly used in model making.
  • The furniture was made of lightweight basswood.

Translations

Translations of the word "basswood" in other languages:

🇵🇹 madeira de álamo

🇮🇳 बासवुड

🇩🇪 Basswood

🇮🇩 kayu basswood

🇺🇦 липове дерево

🇵🇱 lipowe drewno

🇯🇵 バスウッド

🇫🇷 tilleul

🇪🇸 madera de tilo

🇹🇷 basswood

🇰🇷 버드나무

🇸🇦 خشب الزيزفون

🇨🇿 lipové dřevo

🇸🇰 lipové drevo

🇨🇳 白杨木

🇸🇮 lipovo les

🇮🇸 líftré

🇰🇿 липа ағашы

🇬🇪 ლიპის ხე

🇦🇿 linden ağacı

🇲🇽 madera de tilo

Word origin

The term 'basswood' can be traced back to the Old English word 'bærs', which means 'bark'. The tree's bark was used in traditional crafts, and this led to its association with the term. Basswood comes from trees in the Tilia genus, which are primarily found in North America and Europe. These trees were named 'lime' in Europe, but in America, the wood is commonly referred to as basswood. The soft, light nature of the wood has made it particularly popular among craftsmen, artists, and woodworkers since its establishment in traditional practices, where it was highly valued for both practical and aesthetic applications.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,930, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.