Density is the measure of how many atoms are in a given space of a material. Basically, itâs how closely packed the atoms are in a material. To measure a materialâs density, you need to know how many atoms are in the material (the mass), and how much space it takes (volume).
Freebase(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Wind rose. A wind rose is a graphic tool used by meteorologists to give a succinct view of how wind speed and direction are typically distributed at a particular location. Historically, wind roses were predecessors of the compass rose, as there was no differentiation between a cardinal direction and the wind which blew from such a direction.
GCIDE(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Oleander(n.) A beautiful evergreen shrub (Nerium oleander) of the Dogbane family, having clusters of fragrant red, white, or pink flowers. It is a native of the East Indies, but the red variety has become common in the south of Europe. Called also rosebay, rose laurel, and South-sea rose. Origin: [F. olandre (cf.