Encrustation

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From WordNet (r) 2.0 [wn]:

  encrustation
       n 1: the formation of a crust [syn: {incrustation}]
       2: a hard outer layer that covers something [syn: {crust}, {incrustation}]
       3: a decorative coating of contrasting material that is applied
          to a surface as an inlay or overlay [syn: {incrustation}]