encrusting

The word “encrusting” has 3 syllables: en-crust-ing

It's pronounced as /ɪnˈkrʌs.tɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for encrusting?

In the thesaurus, “encrusting” has 12 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for encrusting along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for encrusting

besmearing
caking
coagulating
coating
congealing
covering
crusting
daubing
hardening
riming
smearing
spreading

Meanings of encrusting

verb
1. To cover with a hard crust.
2. To form a crust.
3. To inset or affix decorative materials upon (a surface); to inlay into, as a piece of carving or other ornamental object.

Example Sentences

Minerals are encrusting the inner walls of the cave.
The barnacles are encrusting the rocks along the shore.
Jewelers were busy encrusting the crown with diamonds.
Salt crystals are encrusting the edges of the dried lake.
Coral is encrusting the remains of the old shipwreck.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms or another words to encrusting, such as: besmearing, caking, coagulating, coating, congealing, covering, crusting.

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