Encrust
7 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
To cover or coat a surface with a hard outer layer or crust.
“Centuries of mineral deposits had encrusted the ancient pipes beyond all hope of repair.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɪŋˈkrʌst/
Syllables
en·crust
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Wordle
Contains ENC- prefix and ends in -ST which is a strong consonant cluster for Wordle guesses
Scrabble
Scores 9 points, no high-value tiles but a useful verb with common letters for rack clearance
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