riming

present participle of rime
as in coating
to cover with a hardened layer frost riming the doorknob

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Verb
  • The Shanghai researchers say the coating can be applied using conventional automotive spray-coating techniques.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 June 2026
  • According to the American Cleaning Institute, certain laundry additives function by coating fabric surfaces, meaning that residues may remain even after rinsing.
    Zachary Reed, Mercury News, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • As the salmon blackens in a skillet, the spices awaken, encrusting the fish in peppery piquant.
    The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • At the entrance of Kollparay, Quispe pauses, taking my hands and smearing them with soil—the soil of her village.
    Paola Miglio, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 June 2026
  • This will lead to smearing dust particles around instead of picking them up, which is where a wet cloth comes into play.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
Verb
  • There were dishes of baby food crusting over on the kitchenette counter.
    Jonathan Franzen, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
  • Apply Mulch Mulch prevents the soil from crusting and improves its water retention.
    Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 15 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Wipe down furniture in the kitchen or dining room frequently to prevent grease from caking on.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
  • Dry the tracks thoroughly afterward to prevent grime from caking into the grooves.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Roadside assistance is included, covering towing, flat-tire service and lockout support.
    Michael Kurko, USA Today, 28 June 2026
  • Lining and fully covering them is better still.
    Alex Burton, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026
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“Riming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/riming. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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