Vocabulary Entry

crust

|noun • verb

noun

The outer layer or surface of something, often used in reference to bread or pie.

Example Sentences

"She carefully peeled away the crust of the apple pie."

"The pizza crust was perfectly baked and golden brown."

"He could taste the crunchy crust of the bread."

verb

Example Sentences

"The chef will crust the fish with a layer of herbs."

"He decided to crust the chicken with breadcrumbs before baking it."

"These cookies were crusted with sugar before being baked."