vt.

1. 克服；越过；登上
   I think most of these obstacles can be surmounted.

   我认为这些障碍大部分均可克服。

2. 在……顶上；高于
3. 覆盖在……顶上；装在……顶上[H]
   The column is surmounted by a statue.

   柱顶上树立了一尊雕像。

4. 【旧】优于，胜过；超过

v.

1. overcome (a difficulty or obstacle).
2. stand or be placed on top of.