Definition

Covered or coated with a hard layer or crust, often referring to something that has a thick, solid surface.

Example

The old shipwreck was incrusted with barnacles and coral.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen that old treasure chest in the museum?

Yeah, it's amazing how it’s incrusted with jewels.

I wonder how long it took for it to get that way.

Probably many years, with all the stories behind it!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Incrusted → It is formed from "in-" (meaning in or on) and "crustare" (meaning to cover with a crust). The word "incrusted" means covered with a crust or layer.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'covered on' ('in-') with a 'crust' ('crustare') — that's why incrusted means something is covered with a crust.

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