Pronunciation: /ˈkrʌsti/
noun a hard, dry outer layer, especially on food
A1 I don't like the crusty part of the bread.
A2 The crusty on the pizza was burnt and not very tasty.
B1 The crusty on the pie was perfectly golden brown and delicious.
B2 The crusty on the artisanal loaf of bread was crunchy and flavorful.
C1 The crusty on the croissant was flaky and buttery, just like in Paris.
C2 The crusty on the sourdough boule had a perfect balance of tanginess and chewiness.
adjective having a hard, dry outer layer
A1 The old man had a crusty exterior but a kind heart.
A2 The crusty bread was perfect for dipping in soup.
B1 The crusty paint on the fence needed to be scraped off and repainted.
B2 The crusty residue on the pan was difficult to scrub off.
C1 The crusty sea salt added a delicious crunch to the dish.
C2 The crusty top layer of the creme brulee was perfectly caramelized.
formal The baker carefully brushed off the excess flour from the crusty loaf of bread.
informal I love the crusty edges of the lasagna, it's the best part!
slang That crusty old man down the street never smiles at anyone.
figurative Her crusty attitude towards new ideas made it difficult to work with her.
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