superimpose
/ˌsuːp(ə)rɪmˈpəʊz
/verb [with object]
Place or lay (one thing) over another, typically so that both are still evident: the number will appear on the screen, superimposed on a flashing button (as adjective superimposed) different stone tools were found in superimposed layers...
- After superimposing the new road on the prints, they decided not to build it.
- I thought we could take advantage of that by somehow superimposing the letters of the two words.
- They do not need me or any of the rest of us superimposing our emotions on them.
Derivatives
superimposable
- The analysis of unfolding curves of both proteins was done with the assumption of a simple two-state transition, as the denaturation profiles obtained from different spectroscopic means were completely superimposable.
- These two sets of results are so closely similar they are virtually superimposable on each other.
- Most importantly, stereoisomers are not spatially superimposable.
superimposition
- The shifts in perspective disclosed in this second movie are frankly not that dazzling, and the generic superimpositions on a single set of characters have not delivered any really stunning insights - yet.
- Their use of projection, reflection, abstraction and superimposition evokes fascinating insights into a shifting human nature, focusing on a being of intellect and imagination in a vessel shaped by both biology and technology.
- Her videos are a creative mash of superimposition and stroboscopic or stop-motion effects, combined with the rich textures and colours associated with classical European painting.