Basic Details
Word: Crust
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The hard outer layer of something, often seen in bread, pies, or the Earth's surface.
Synonyms: Shell, covering, outer layer
Antonyms: Core, centre, interior
Idioms and Phrases
- Thin crust: Refers to something that is very fragile or not very substantial. Example: "The thin crust of the ice made it unsafe to walk on."
- Crusty exterior: Used to describe someone who appears harsh or unfriendly at first but may be soft or kind on the inside. Example: "He has a crusty exterior, but he is very caring to his friends."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The baker made a loaf of bread with a golden brown crust that was crispy and delicious.
Example 2: The Earth has a solid crust that supports all living things above it.
Example 3: After making the pie, she let it cool so the crust could become firm and flaky.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the Earth's crust is only about 5 to 70 kilometres thick? It's much thinner compared to the layers beneath it, such as the mantle and the core!
Famous Quote
"The crust of the Earth is the most important layer of our planet, as it is the only place where we can live." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "crust" mean?
a) The inner part of something
b) The hard outer layer of something
c) The liquid inside a pie
d) A type of cake
Answer: b) The hard outer layer of something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "crust"?
a) Centre
b) Shell
c) Core
d) Interior
Answer: b) Shell
3. Which word is an antonym of "crust"?
a) Covering
b) Outer layer
c) Core
d) Shell
Answer: c) Core
4. Which sentence uses "crust" correctly?
a) I love the crust of the pizza more than the toppings.
b) The crust made a loud noise when I dropped it.
c) He found a crust in the middle of the sandwich.
d) The crust was soft and chewy.
Answer: a) I love the crust of the pizza more than the toppings.
5. Which idiom refers to something fragile?
a) Crusty exterior
b) Thin crust
c) Crust and core
d) Crust fallen
Answer: b) Thin crust
