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Crusty

Verb / ˈkrʌsti: / Another word for crusty — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having a hard, dry outer layer or covering

Synonyms & similar words

gruff curmudgeonly crustlike crusted encrusted illhumored illhumoured crisp hard tough brittle rough scratchy scraggy scaly uneven rugged coarse knobby bumpy rocky jagged spiky prickly thorny spiny bristly

Example sentences

  1. The old man had a crusty personality and didn't like talking to strangers.
  2. I love the crusty texture of the bread from the bakery down the street.
  3. The sailor's skin was crusty from being out in the sun for too long.

Quotes

  • "I love the crusty part of the lasagna." - Debi Mazar
  • "I'm a crusty old punk." - Jello Biafra
  • "I'm a crusty old sailor, and that's just the way I am." - Steven Tyler

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