ENCRUSTATION
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Encrustation.
Encrustation - as a noun
A hard outer layer that covers something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A decorative coating of contrasting material that is applied to a surface as an inlay or overlay
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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."
Word Game Points
Is ENCRUSTATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, encrustation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordENCRUSTATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is ENCRUSTATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, encrustation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordENCRUSTATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.