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Encrust Definition & Meaning

encrust
verb
  1. cover or coat with a crust
  2. decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems)
  3. form a crust or a hard layer

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Frequently asked questions

What does encrust mean?
cover or coat with a crust decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems) form a crust or a hard layer
What part of speech is encrust?
Encrust is a verb.
How many definitions does encrust have?
Encrust has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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