ENCRUSTING
10 letters · 3 syllables · verb
Definition of ENCRUSTING
To cover with a hard crust.
"a doughnut encrusted with sugar"
To form a crust.
To inset or affix decorative materials upon (a surface); to inlay into, as a piece of carving or other ornamental object.
"The jeweller encrusted the ring with gems."
Examples of ENCRUSTING in a Sentence
- "a doughnut encrusted with sugar"
- "The jeweller encrusted the ring with gems."
Word Details
Is ENCRUSTING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ENCRUSTING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ENCRUSTING uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ENCRUSTING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | n | c | r | u | s | t | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ENCRUSTING
100 words from the letters in ENCRUSTING
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How to Use ENCRUSTING in Word Games
ENCRUSTING is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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