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incrustation

noun

/ˌɪnkrʌˈsteɪʃən/

Meaning

a crust or hard coating formed on the surface of something

The old pipes were blocked due to heavy incrustation of minerals.

encrustation, coating, deposit, layer, scale

erosion, removal, cleansing

mineral incrustation, incrustation on metal, incrustation on rock, heavy incrustation

amusingly unconventional and idiosyncratic; a comical person; foolishly playful

The branch of technology that deals with dimensions and tolerances of less than 100 nanometers.

a state of pain, suffering, or distress

public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy

The action of becoming larger or more extensive.

Courage in pain or adversity; mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty.