Superposition — synonyms, definition

1. superposition (Noun)

principle of superposition superposition principle

superposition (Noun) — (geology) the deposition of one geological stratum on another.

superposition (Noun) — (geology) the principle that in a series of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest stratum is the oldest.

superposition (Noun) — (geometry) the placement of one object ideally in the position of another one in order to show that the two coincide.

superposition (Noun) — The placement of one thing on top of another.

deposit deposition emplacement locating location placement position positioning principle rule