Crusty
6 lettersadjectivemoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Covered with or having developed a firm, hard outer layer.
“The crusty sourdough loaf had a golden, crackling exterior that shattered when sliced.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈkrʌsti/
Syllables
crust·y
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Wordle
No E or A vowels, only U and Y carry vowel sounds, making this a tricky Wordle target.
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points, the Y ending scores 4 points and CRUST is a well-known base to build from.
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