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density
noun
Definition
The number of people, buildings, or units within a given area; also refers to building height and massing.
In a sentence
“Higher residential density in city centres reduces urban sprawl and shortens commuting distances.”
Synonyms
compactnessconcentrationpopulation density
Common collocations
- urban density
- high density
- building density
- increase density
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