Incrusté (en. Inlaid)

/ɛ̃.kʁys.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is integrated or embedded in something.
The stones embedded in the wall add a touch of elegance.
Les pierres incrustées dans le mur ajoutent une touche d'élégance.
Refers to an individual who interferes in a situation without being invited.
He is often the first to intrude into our conversations.
Il est souvent le premier à se faire incruster dans nos conversations.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'incruster', which means 'to incorporate into a surface'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

embedded in the decor
Refers to something or someone that becomes inseparable from an environment.
incrusté dans le décor
to intrude
To join a group or activity without being invited.
s'incruster

Related Words

incrust
Action of placing something in or on another thing.
incruster
incorporate
Adding something to a whole, integrating it.
incorporer

Slang Meanings

An individual who invites themselves to events without being invited.
That guy is really an intruder; he always comes to parties without being invited.
Ce gars-là est vraiment un incrusté, il vient toujours aux soirées sans être invité.
Someone who meddles in a conversation or group.
Are you still intruding? Let us talk among ourselves.
T'es encore en train d'incruster, laisse-nous discuter entre nous.