(number theory) A positive integer whose abundancy index is greater than that of any lesser positive integer. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see superabundant, number.

plural of superabundant number

plural of casualty of superiority

(Scotland, law, historical) In the feudal law of Scotland, any emolument arising to the superior depending on uncertain events: those of nonentry, relief or composition, and escheat alone remaining, but considerably modified by the Conveyancing Act of 1874.

(less common) plural of superior vena cava

(mathematics) A positive integer n which there is a positive integer e such that d(n)/nᵉ ≥ d(k)/kᵉ for all k > 1, where d(n) is defined to be the divisor function of n

plural of superb fairywren

A species of fairywren, Malurus cyaneus, of south-eastern Australia and Tasmania.

(anatomy) A muscle that arises from the galea aponeurotica, inserts into the cranial surface of the pinna, and acts to elevate the external ear.

(psychology) An attitude of superiority which conceals actual feelings of inferiority and failure.