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 woman said her jewelry, which included multiple David Yurman pieces with precious stones and some that were diamond-encrusted, was stolen from her luggage during a layover on April 11, a police affidavit said. Jeff A. Chamer may 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 May 2026 Go with buttery scallops or fresh grouper encrusted in coconut for your entrée or opt for some sushi, like the sunset roll—tuna, avocado, octopus, shrimp tempura, and a spicy soy sauce. Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026 The gown, made of Duchesse satin from Scotland and silk, was exquisite, with a 15-foot silk tulle train that attached at the shoulders and a bodice encrusted with 10,000 seed pearls and diamanté crystals that formed flowers, roses, jasmine blossoms and ears of wheat. Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026 Lopez kept the high-octane showgirl glamour going with a pair of towering cream leather thigh-high boots, which were also encrusted in a crystal diamante pattern. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026 Pictures show the iron cannon heavily encrusted with dirt and corrosion after being unearthed at the site. Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 6 Apr. 2026 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 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encrusted
Verb
  • Such hospitality was reserved for a narrow category of humanity, resembling as closely as possible those local barons whose surnames crusted the stones of local cemeteries.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
  • 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
Verb
  • The dog couldn’t go in her room so soon after her transplant, so Aspen dabbed colors on a small canvas and handed it to Scott, who put it in a plastic bag and smeared peanut butter on top.
    Laura Ungar, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
  • The dog couldn’t go in her room so soon after her transplant, so Aspen dabbed colors on a small canvas and handed it to Scott, who put it in a plastic bag and smeared peanut butter on top.
    Laura Ungar, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Verb
  • Next, mosquitoes were given a choice between two human hands − one untreated and one coated with DEET at normal concentrations.
    Doyle Rice, USA Today, 3 June 2026
  • Bathrooms are coated with marble and feature a tub and shower, both stocked with Diptyque toiletries in pump bottles and bath salts with loofahs.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • Customize the cycle for each specific load, such as pots and pans, delicate china, and caked-on messes.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
  • My sneakers caked tall with snow.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
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  • At the time, the medication was covered by her health insurance.
    Maia Rosenfeld, NBC news, 29 May 2026
  • The changes to reviews for children's care will apply to people who are covered by UnitedHealthcare's private insurance and Medicaid, the federal-state health care program for low income families and some with disabilities.
    Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 29 May 2026

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“Encrusted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encrusted. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

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