incrusting

Meanings

• verb

  The process of covering a surface with a thick layer of material, typically a hard substance.

  - "The artist incrusts precious stones into the surface of the sculpture."
  - "The walls of the ancient castle were incrusted with moss and ivy."

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Variants

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encrust , encrusted , encrusting , encrusts , incrust , incrusted , incrusting , incrusts

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'incrustare', meaning 'to cover with crust'.

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Trivia

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1. Incrusting is used in the production of pearls, where a layer of nacre is added to the pearl grain over time.

2. The process of incrusting was used in ancient Egypt to preserve mummies by coating their bodies with resins and minerals.

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Related Concepts

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1. encrustation: The formation of a thick layer or crust on a surface, often due to the accumulation of minerals or other substances.

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Culture

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Incrusting has been used extensively in various forms of art, particularly in jewelry making and mosaics, to add intricate designs and textures.

How to Memorize "incrusting"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a thick layer of material being added to a surface, like a layer of frosting on a cake.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'incrusting' with the idea of adding a thick layer or coating to a surface.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Incrusting Is Covering Surfaces Thoroughly'

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