Definitions

1. adjective

tending to crumble or break easily; fragile.

“The flaky crust on the pie was its best feature.”

2. adjective

unreliable or unpredictable; prone to changing one’s mind or plans.

“He’s a flaky friend who often cancels plans at the last minute.”

3. noun

a small flaky particle, especially one of skin or scurf.

“The doctor examined the patient’s skin for signs of flaky patches.”

4. verb

to become or make something flaky or fragile.

“The cold weather caused the road to flaky and slippery.”