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ENCRUSTATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Encrustation.

Encrustation - as a noun

The formation of a crust

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incrustation14

A hard outer layer that covers something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crust7incrustation14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cover10covering14natural covering
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A decorative coating of contrasting material that is applied to a surface as an inlay or overlay

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incrustation14

Example Sentences

"The diver brushed away the encrustation of barnacles on the shipwreck."
"The encrustation of ice on the windows melted in the warm sunlight."
"He scraped off the encrustation of dried food from the dirty pots and pans."
"The jeweler removed the encrustation of dirt from the diamond necklace."
"The scientist analyzed the encrustation on the ancient pottery to learn about its origins."
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Word Game Points

Is ENCRUSTATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, encrustation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ENCRUSTATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is ENCRUSTATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, encrustation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENCRUSTATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is ENCRUSTATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, encrustation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENCRUSTATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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