intercrust

/ˌɪntərˈkrʌst/

Definitions

1. verb

to cover or enclose something with a crust or crust-like material, especially in a geological context

“The process of intercrusting the rocks has made them nearly indestructible.”

2. noun

a crust or crust-like layer formed by the intercrusting of rocks or minerals

“The geologists studied the intercrust to understand its formation and properties.”

Synonyms

  • encrust
  • encrustation

Antonyms

  • decrust
  • denude