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Superposition Definition & Meaning

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

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Frequently asked questions

What does superposition mean?
(geology) the deposition of one geological stratum on another (geology) the principle that in a series of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest stratum is the oldest (geometry) the placement of one object ideally in the position of another one in order to show that the two coincide the placement of one thing on top of another
What part of speech is superposition?
Superposition is a noun.
How many definitions does superposition have?
Superposition has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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