incrust

UK
/ɪnˈkrʌst/
US
/ɪnˈkrʌst/

Translations

incrustnoun
incrusts
pl
UK
/ɪnˈkrʌst/
US
/ɪnˈkrʌst/
incrustverb
incrusted
Past Simple
incrusted
Past Participle
incrusting
Gerund
UK
/ɪnˈkrʌst/
US
/ɪnˈkrʌst/
The artisan decided to incrust the jewelry box with precious stones.
Мастер решил инкрустировать шкатулку драгоценными камнями.

Definitions

incrustnoun
A hard outer layer or covering formed on the surface of something, often as a result of a natural process.
The ancient artifact was covered with a thick incrust that had formed over centuries.
A decorative or ornamental surface layer applied to an object.
The vase was adorned with a beautiful incrust of gold and silver.
incrustverb
To cover or coat with a hard surface layer.
The artist decided to incrust the sculpture with gold leaf to give it a luxurious finish.
To decorate or inlay with a contrasting material.
The craftsman incrusted the wooden box with mother-of-pearl to enhance its beauty.