Definition of Superstructures. Meaning of Superstructures. Synonyms of Superstructures

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Definition of Superstructures

Superstructure
Superstructure Su`per*struc"ture, n. [Cf. F. superstructure.] 1. Any material structure or edifice built on something else; that which is raised on a foundation or basis; esp. (Arch.), all that part of a building above the basement. Also used figuratively. You have added to your natural endowments the superstructure of study. --Dryden. 2. (Railway Engin.) The sleepers, and fastenings, in distinction from the roadbed.

Meaning of Superstructures from wikipedia

- A superstructure is an upward extension of an existing structure above a baseline. This term is applied to various kinds of physical structures such as...
- Look up superstructure in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. A superstructure is an upward extension of an existing structure above a baseline, in civil...
- contradictions) still drive superstructures. Hence the 'relative' element of 'relative autonomy'. At the same time, the fact that superstructures must solve problems...
- called an incommensurate structure. There are basically three types of superstructures in crystals: When a crystalline material that contains atoms with uncompensated...
- materials, and simplified geometric forms, paving the way for high-rise superstructures. Many architects became disillusioned with modernism which they perceived...
- natural number is represented in the superstructure by its von Neumann ordinal. Next, if x and y belong to the superstructure, then so does {{x},{x,y}}, which...
- The observable universe is a ball-shaped region of the universe comprised of all matter that can be observed from Earth or its space-based telescopes and...
- tanks are equipped to change a ship's trim and modify its stability. Superstructures are found above the main deck. On sailboats, these are usually very...
- sent to Henschel for ch****is ****embly and then to Alkett where the superstructures would be mounted. The first prototype was ready and presented to Adolf...
- Vessels often have more than one level both within the hull and in the superstructure above the primary deck, similar to the floors of a multi-storey building...