Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crusta

noun

/ˈkrʌstə/

Definition

A crust or hardened outer layer, often used in descriptive contexts.

Examples

The crusta of the bread added a delightful crunch to each bite.
In culinary terms, the chef prepared a fish dish with a flavorful crusta made from breadcrumbs and herbs.
During the geological survey, they studied the crusta of various rock formations.

Meaning

Crusta refers to a hard outer covering or layer that forms on the surface of something. It can also be used to describe certain culinary dishes that are encased in a crust.