encrusted

variants also incrusted
Definition of encrustednext
past tense of encrust
as in crusted
to cover with a hardened layer refrigerator shelves that were encrusted with the residue of many spills

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Recent Examples of encrusted The diamond- and sapphire-encrusted rings include engravings of the 2024 and 2025 trophies on both the outside and inside of the ring. Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026 The antique dazzler was crafted in 1938 by Cartier and comes encrusted with 203 diamonds. Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026 Lemon spritzes complement crudos, crustacean pastas and salt-encrusted, whole fish prepared by executive chef Agostino Petrosino, who’s helping the place get up and running, and chef de cuisine Carmine Nozzolino, who’s in for the long haul. Rebecca Kleinman, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026 Paton is rolling into the offseason with diamond encrusted Walmart gift card in his wallet. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2026 Before work, my Volvo was fully encrusted, the door frozen shut. Elizabeth Kelsey, Time, 26 Jan. 2026 The high-neck lace dress featured floral motifs and was encrusted with pearls. Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 18 Jan. 2026 Their debut album, Bergtatt (1995), released when singer Kristoffer Garm Rygg was 18, inspired a whole universe of nature-drunk folk metal; meanwhile, Nattens Madrigal (1997) is a prime example of the most scabrous and distortion-encrusted recesses of black metal. Daniel Bromfield, Pitchfork, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encrusted
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  • What's Included Among the entrees are two varieties of salmon (coconut macadamia nut-crusted or grilled), chicken (either grilled or lightly breaded), London broil, marinara beef meatballs and turkey meat loaf.
    Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2026
  • The shrinking lake left behind a wasteland crusted in toxic salt.
    Michael Snyder, Saveur, 11 Mar. 2026
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  • On one visit, the pizza was smeared in a creamy, garlicky white sauce with a smattering of roasted broccoli.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Clearly, the presence of sugar was no deterrent, as the dog appeared to have enthusiastically investigated the fallen bag, emerging with powdered evidence smeared across his face.
    Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
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  • The publication adds that the finished product is coated with a cheese seasoning blend that includes oil and powdered ingredients, contributing to its distinctive texture and durability.
    Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
  • These panels are coated with a photothermal dye that captures and converts sunlight into heat.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 1 Apr. 2026
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  • Two dented blue bottles of Cuajo Titanium, a liquid coagulating enzyme used to curdle milk, remained on a wooden table, caked in mud.
    Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
  • Our boot laces were broken and knotted, our tattered and ice-caked pants flapped around our legs, and at night our wet clothing froze stiff.
    Elwyn "Bud" Myers, Outdoor Life, 11 Mar. 2026
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  • Denver metro test drive loop My drives with the Prius covered much of the South Denver metro area, including stretches of C-470 and E-470, where steady highway cruising allowed the hybrid system to show off its efficiency.
    Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2026
  • The remains were found partially covered in sediment, and their position on a sediment pile suggests intentional placement, likely as part of a ritual funerary practice.
    Ryan Brennan April 4, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026

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“Encrusted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encrusted. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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