disincrust

/ˌdɪsɪnˈkrʌst/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove incrustations or to free something from an incrustation

“The archaeologists had to disincrust the ancient artifact before they could study it.”

2. verb (transitive)

to free something from an incrustation or adherent material

“She disincrust the statue of the old king with a gentle stream of water.”

3. noun

the act of removing incrustations

“The process of disincrust is a delicate operation, requiring great care.”

Synonyms

  • decrust
  • deincrust