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crust
/kɹʌst/
This word evokes a tactile sense of rigidity and protection. It suggests a boundary that separates a soft or fluid interior from a harsh external environment, whether that is the fluffy center of a loaf of bread or the molten mantle beneath the planet's surface. In culinary contexts, it carries a connotation of texture and contrast, often associated with the satisfying crunch of a well-baked pastry. When used to describe dirt or salt, it shifts toward a negative or stagnant feeling, implying a buildup of residue over time.
Countable when referring to a specific piece of bread or a distinct type of pastry. Uncountable when referring to the geological layer of the planet or a general layer of dried substance.
意味
The hardened outer layer of something, such as bread, a pie, or the Earth's surface.
"He cut the crust off the sandwich before eating it."