golden · baked · rough · tough · brittle · flaky · caramelized · charred · loaf · sourdough · crackle · toasted · bark · rind · outer · surface · protective · weathered
IDEA.org / Words / crusty exterior
Related — crunchy (Breaking with sound); crisp (Firm and breakable); bread (Leavened flour product); shell · hardened · golden · baked · rough · tough · brittle · flaky · caramelized · charred
texture/surface qualitycrusty exterior ≠ smooth surface Plane without irregularities; chewy crust
personality/demeanor (figurative)crusty exterior ≠ heart on sleeve Showing emotions openly; sweet disposition
personality/demeanorcrusty exterior ≠ sunny disposition Consistently positive temperament; warm and fuzzy
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