superjacent

/ˌsupərˈdʒeɪsənt/
adjective
  1. Lying above or over something else; situated directly on top.
    • In geology class, we learned about superjacent strata in the canyon wall.
    • The superjacent layer of rock protected the fossil below.
    • The superjacent clouds blocked the sunlight from reaching the valley.
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