What is another word for bread crust?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈɛd kɹˈʌst] (IPA) 
Bread crust is the outer and hardened layer of bread that varies in thickness. Sometimes, it is desirable to discard the bread crust, especially when they become too hard and unpleasant to chew. Alternatively, there are a few other synonyms that are associated with bread crust, and these include bread rim, bread heel, crusty bread, outer layer, or loaf crust. Crusty bread is usually made from a strong, dense, and dark flour that is high in protein, while the bread heel is the end of a loaf that is usually left uneaten. In general, bread crusts are an important part of the bread that gives it flavor, texture, and appearance.
