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What does slash pine mean?
Pinus elliottii, a pine tree native to the southeastern United States.
Where does slash pine come from?
Named after the "slashes" – swampy ground overgrown with trees and bushes – that constitute its habitat.

How to pronounce slash pine

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “slash pine”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “slash pine” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.