encastered

/ɛŋˈkæstɪrd/

Definitions

1. verb

past tense of encast: to enclose or surround with a cast or mold, especially to encase something in a protective covering.

“The architect decided to encastered the ancient temple to preserve its historical significance.”

2. verb

past tense of encast: to cast or mold something, especially to form a protective covering or encasement around it.

“The engineer carefully encastered the fragile object to prevent it from breaking during transportation.”

3. noun

a thing that has been encastered or enclosed with a cast or mold, especially a protective covering.

“The encastered statue was moved to a museum for further study.”

Synonyms

  • cased
  • encased
  • enclosed
  • molded

Antonyms

  • exposed
  • uncovered
  • unprotected