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densities

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈdɛnsətiz// UK //dˈɛnsɪtiz// den·si·ties

n. the amount of something in a specific space. You use this to describe how crowded a place is or how heavy a material feels for its size.

n. the degree of compactness of a substance or the number of units in a given area. Often refers to the mass per unit volume of a material or the population concentration in a region.


SIMPLE

The city has high population densities.

CONTEXTUAL

Scientists compared the densities of various metals to determine which would be light enough for the aircraft wings.

COMPLEX

Urban planners must account for varying population densities when designing public transport networks to ensure that high-traffic zones receive adequate service during peak hours.

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Plural form of 'density'; typically used when comparing different materials, regions, or data sets.

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