Crúst'y, a.
a. 1. Having the nature of crust; pertaining to a hard covering; hard; as, a crusty coat; a crusty surface or substance. 2. Having a harsh exterior, or a short, rough manner, though kind at heart; snappish; peevish; surly.
a. 1. Having the nature of crust; pertaining to a hard covering; hard; as, a crusty coat; a crusty surface or substance. 2. Having a harsh exterior, or a short, rough manner, though kind at heart; snappish; peevish; surly.