Prepositions of Vertical Position

to or at higher position without direct contact

The kite soared high above the treetops.

in contact with and upheld by a surface

If you are cold the blanket is on the bed.

at a position above or higher than something

Smoke hung over the burning building.

at or toward a higher level or position

She looked up and saw the bird perched above her.

in a position on the top or highest point

He climbed higher and stood atop.

denoting the inclusion of something extra alongside existing tasks, responsibilities, or obligations

On top of her full-time job, she is also pursuing a master's degree.

in a position beneath or underneath

The book fell below the shelf.

in or to a lower position

A trapdoor opened, and he disappeared beneath.

in or to a position lower than and directly beneath something

She found her keys under a pile of papers on her desk.

used to show that something or someone is directly below or under something

The cat hid underneath the porch during the storm.