incrustation (n.)

  1. the formation of a crust

    [ Syn: encrustation ]

  2. a hard outer layer that covers something

    [ Syn: crust , encrustation ]

  3. a decorative coating of contrasting material that is applied to a surface as an inlay or overlay

    [ Syn: encrustation ]

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