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ENCRUSTING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Encrusting.

Encrusting - as a verb

Cover or coat with a crust

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incrust9

Decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
beset7incrust9

Form a crust or a hard layer

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incrust9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
harden10indurate9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The encrusting barnacles clung tightly to the ship's hull."
"The encrusting algae covered the rocks in a slimy green layer."
"The encrusting coral provided a colorful backdrop to the underwater scene."
"The encrusting lichens added an interesting texture to the tree trunks."
"The encrusting foam formed a ring around the bathtub."
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Word Game Points

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

ENCRUSTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

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

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

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