Superpose vs. Superimpose — What's the Difference?

To set or place (one thing) over or above something else.

To lay or place (something) on or over something else.

(Mathematics) To place (one geometric figure) over another so that all like parts coincide.

To add as a distinct feature, element, or quality

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Place on top of;

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

Place on top of;