1. (noun) superposition
(geology) the deposition of one geological stratum on another
Synonyms: principle of superposition, superposition principle
2. (noun) principle of superposition, superposition principle, superposition
(geology) the principle that in a series of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest stratum is the oldest
Synonyms: principle of superposition, superposition, superposition principle
3. (noun) superposition
(geometry) the placement of one object ideally in the position of another one in order to show that the two coincide
Synonyms: principle of superposition, superposition principle
4. (noun) superposition
the placement of one thing on top of another
Synonyms: principle of superposition, superposition principle
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