ENCRUST is a verb that means to cover something with a hard layer. It can be used in a variety of contexts, such as coating an object with a material or covering a CAKE with frosting. The crossword solutions for ENCRUST are COAT (4 letters), CAKE (4 letters), and RIME (4 letters). COAT refers to the act of covering something with a material, such as paint or fabric. CAKE is a reference to the act of covering a CAKE with frosting or other decorations. RIME is a type of frost that forms on cold surfaces, which is often used to encrust cakes and other desserts.