pinelands

pine·land

P p

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pahyn-land, -luh nd]
- /ˈpaɪnˌlænd, -lənd/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pahyn-land, -luh nd]
- /ˈpaɪnˌlænd, -lənd/

Definition of pinelands word

noun pinelands the, an extensive coastal region in S and SE New Jersey, composed chiefly of pine stands, sandy soils, and swampy streams. About 2000 sq. mi. (5180 sq. km). 1

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Origin of pinelands

First appearance:

before 1650

One of the 45% oldest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1650-60; pine1 + land

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Parts of speech for Pinelands

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pinelands popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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