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encrust vs surface

surface vs encrust

encrust is not a noun while surface is a noun.

encrust is not an adjective while surface is an adjective.

encrust and surface both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
encrust No No Yes No
surface Yes Yes Yes No
As verbs, surface is a hypernym of encrust; that is, surface is a word with a broader meaning than encrust:
  • encrust: cover or coat with a crust
  • surface: put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface
Other hypernyms of encrust include coat.
encrust (noun) surface (noun)
the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary
a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight
a superficial aspect as opposed to the real nature of something
information that has become public
the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object
the outermost level of the land or sea
encrust (adjective) surface (adjective)
on the surface
encrust (verb) surface (verb)
form a crust or a hard layer appear or become visible; make a showing
cover or coat with a crust put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface
decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems) come to the surface
Difference between encrust and surface

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