incrustation Synonyms
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incrustation Meaning
incrustation (n)
the formation of a crust
a hard outer layer that covers something
a decorative coating of contrasting material that is applied to a surface as an inlay or overlay
incrustation (n.)
The act of incrusting, or the state of being incrusted.
A crust or hard coating of anything upon or within a body, as a deposit of lime, sediment, etc., from water on the inner surface of a steam boiler.
A covering or inlaying of marble, mosaic, etc., attached to the masonry by cramp irons or cement.
Anything inlaid or imbedded.
incrustation Sentence Examples
- The walls of the ancient temple were adorned with intricate incrustations of gold and precious stones.
- The marine biologist meticulously examined the barnacles' incrustations on the ship's hull.
- Over time, salt crystals had formed a thick incrustation on the surface of the geode.
- The stalactites and stalagmites in the cave were adorned with delicate calcite incrustations.
- The cast iron skillet developed a seasoned incrustation after years of use.
- The rusted metal parts exhibited severe incrustations that hindered their movement.
- The archaeological excavation revealed a vase with an unusual incrustation of pottery shards.
- The ancient coins were covered in an incrustation of dirt and corrosion.
- The volcanic eruption left behind a layer of ash and rock incrustation on the surrounding landscape.
- The water supply was becoming contaminated due to the accumulation of mineral incrustations in the pipes.
FAQs About the word incrustation
the formation of a crust, a hard outer layer that covers something, a decorative coating of contrasting material that is applied to a surface as an inlay or ove
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The walls of the ancient temple were adorned with intricate incrustations of gold and precious stones.
The marine biologist meticulously examined the barnacles' incrustations on the ship's hull.
Over time, salt crystals had formed a thick incrustation on the surface of the geode.
The stalactites and stalagmites in the cave were adorned with delicate calcite incrustations.
