en
crust
Third Person
encrusts
Present Participle
encrusting
Past Tense
encrusted
Past Participle
encrusted
1
to cover something with a hard outer layer, forming a crust
transitive
- The chef chose to encrust the salmon fillet with a flavorful blend of herbs and breadcrumbs.
- The ancient manuscript was found encrusted with layers of dust and dirt.
- The artist decided to encrust the sculpture with small, colorful stones for a textured effect.
- The old painting was encrusted with layers of varnish, obscuring the vibrant colors underneath.
- The pastry chef encrusted the cake with edible pearls and gold leaf, creating a stunning masterpiece.
2
form a crust or a hard layer
- Over time, the metal pipes encrusted with rust due to exposure to moisture.
- The lava flow began to cool and encrust, creating new land formations over time.
- As the mud dried, it began to encrust on the boots, making them heavier with each step.
- The sauce left to simmer too long in the pot started to encrust against the sides.
- As the paint dried, it started to encrust, forming a protective layer over the metal surface.
3
to add decorative elements onto a surface to enhance its appearance
transitive
- The jeweler encrusted the pendant with emeralds and sapphires.
- The craftsman encrusted the tabletop with intricate mosaic tiles, transforming it into a work of art.
- The artist encrusted the sculpture with pieces of seashells and driftwood, giving it a coastal-inspired motif.
- The potter encrusted the vase with patterns of glazed ceramic tiles, adding visual interest to the piece.
- The jeweler encrusted the ring with diamonds, giving it a dazzling and luxurious appearance.
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