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Definition of superincumbence in English:

superincumbence

noun

rare

  • The quality or fact of being superincumbent; the condition of lying or pressing on something; (figurative) pressure, weightiness.

Origin

Late 17th century. From superincumbent see -ence.

Pronunciation

superincumbence

/ˌsuːp(ə)rɪnˈkʌmb(ə)ns/ /ˌsjuːp(ə)rɪnˈkʌmb(ə)ns/