density

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Definition

Density is the amount of matter in a certain space, often used in science to show how tightly packed something is. It can also refer to how many people or things are in a given area.

Usage & Nuances

Common in scientific and technical contexts, 'density' is used not only for materials (like liquids or gases) but also for statistics, like 'population density'. It's an uncountable noun. Don't use 'dense' (adjective) in place of the noun.

Example Sentences

Sometimes it's hard to find a seat on the bus because of the density of passengers.

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The density of water is about one gram per cubic centimeter.

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This city has a high population density.

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Oil has less density than water.

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If you squeeze the foam, you increase its density.

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Mobile internet density is growing fast in rural areas.

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