Meaning of the word encrusted in English

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encrusted

US /ɪnˈkrʌs.tɪd/
UK /ɪnˈkrʌs.tɪd/

Adjective

covered with a hard crust or coating of something

Example:
The old pipe was heavily encrusted with rust.
Her jewelry was encrusted with diamonds.