crusted

Definition of crustednext
past tense of crust
as in encrusted
to cover with a hardened layer pipes crusted with mineral deposits

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Recent Examples of crusted Such hospitality was reserved for a narrow category of humanity, resembling as closely as possible those local barons whose surnames crusted the stones of local cemeteries. Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026 What's Included Among the entrees are two varieties of salmon (coconut macadamia nut-crusted or grilled), chicken (either grilled or lightly breaded), London broil, marinara beef meatballs and turkey meat loaf. Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2026 The shrinking lake left behind a wasteland crusted in toxic salt. Michael Snyder, Saveur, 11 Mar. 2026 Kingfish is crusted in chile and garlic, set atop a fennel-coconut puree. Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026 For dinner, Federico and his staff were offering herb crusted rack of lamb, a pork chop with butter, sage and mortadella, or pan-seared halibut. Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 1 Jan. 2026 The patty is crusted in pepper. Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025 The restaurant was in violation of 16 standards, including a container of hand soap stored with customer foods and food debris crusted on clean utensil shelving. Evan Moore december 19, Charlotte Observer, 19 Dec. 2025 Something crusted their corners shut. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crusted
Verb
  • The woman said her jewelry, which included multiple David Yurman pieces with precious stones and some that were diamond-encrusted, was stolen from her luggage during a layover on April 11, a police affidavit said.
    Jeff A. Chamer May 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 May 2026
  • Go with buttery scallops or fresh grouper encrusted in coconut for your entrée or opt for some sushi, like the sunset roll—tuna, avocado, octopus, shrimp tempura, and a spicy soy sauce.
    Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • But the pigment and gum are largely invisible, because harding and Upkett smeared them with white paint used by the Carnegie Museum to cover its walls.
    Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 12 May 2026
  • The Orbánists first ignored them, then smeared them.
    Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
Verb
  • My sneakers caked tall with snow.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
  • Also, a magenta bed once owned by a Vegas drag queen that couldn’t be restored in time for the show (too much hair spray caked on the headboard).
    Olivia Kan-Sperling, Artforum, 2 May 2026
Verb
  • Once the fibers appear flattened, coated with dust, or no longer attract particles, they should be discarded.
    Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
  • It should be noted that the underside of the bladder (which is in contact with the user's back) is coated with soft-touch fabric, plus an optional mesh back panel can be added for extra breathability.
    Ben Coxworth May 11, New Atlas, 11 May 2026
Verb
  • The fan continued over the barrier, fell in front of a red ad for a local butcher shop and landed in an area covered by grass and dirt at the west end of the bullpen.
    Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
  • Additionally, our commerce writers and editors have previously covered a vast array of supportive sandals, including ones that support your feet all day at theme parks and music festivals, plus flip-flops that are actually comfortable.
    Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 15 May 2026

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“Crusted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crusted. Accessed 19 May. 2026.

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