1. a North American tree with heart-shaped leaves and fragrant yellowish flowers
2. the soft, light wood of the basswood tree, used for carving and woodworking

Examples

• The basswood tree in our yard attracts many bees with its sweet-smelling flowers.
• Native Americans traditionally used basswood bark to make rope and baskets.
• The carpenter chose basswood for the project because it’s easy to carve.
• Basswood trees are common in the forests of the northeastern United States.
• The furniture maker preferred basswood for its smooth grain and light weight.
• Large basswood trees can live for several hundred years.