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1. (n.) superposition
the order in which sedimentary strata are superposed one above another.
Etymology: (1790–1800; < F; see super -, position)
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1. (noun) superposition
(geology) the deposition of one geological stratum on another
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
3. (noun) superposition
(geometry) the placement of one object ideally in the position of another one in order to show that the two coincide
4. (noun) superposition
the placement of one thing on top of another
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1. (noun) superposition
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
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