Superpose vs. Superimpose

Superposeverb

(transitive) To place one object on top of another.

Superposeverb

To place (one geometric figure) on top of another in such a way that all common parts coincide.

Superposeverb

To lay upon, as one kind of rock on another.

Superposeverb

To lay (a figure) upon another in such a manner that all the parts of the one coincide with the parts of the other; as, to superpose one plane figure on another.

Superposeverb

place (one geometric figure) upon another so that their perimeters coincide

Superposeverb

place on top of;

Superimposeverb

To place an object over another object, usually in such a way that both will be visible.

Superimposeverb

(geology) To establish a structural system over, independently of underlying structures.

Superimposeverb

To lay or impose on something else; as, a stratum of earth superimposed on another stratum.

Superimposeverb

place on top of;