Definitions for: Superposition

[n] the placement of one thing on top of another
[n] (geology) the principle that in a series of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest stratum is the oldest
[n] (geology) the deposition of one geological stratum on another

Webster (1913) Definition: Su`per*po*si"tion, n. [Cf. F. superposition. See
Super-, and Position.]
The act of superposing, or the state of being superposed; as,
the superposition of rocks; the superposition of one plane
figure on another, in geometry.

Synonyms: principle of superposition

See Also: deposit, deposition, emplacement, locating, location, placement, position, positioning, principle, rule

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