incrustate

in.krʊˈsteɪt

Definitions

1. verb

to form or cover with a crust or crust-like substance

“The chef incrustated the pastry with a layer of caramelized sugar.”

2. verb

to cover or encrust with a hard or solid substance

“The seawater incrustated the metal with a layer of minerals.”

3. verb

to encrust or cover with a hard or solid deposit

“The lake bed incrustated with calcium carbonate over time.”

Synonyms

  • coat
  • cover
  • encrust

Antonyms

  • remove
  • strip