ˈpaɪkrʌst

Definitions

1. noun

The crust of a pie, typically made from pastry.

“The smell of freshly baked piecrust wafted from the oven.”

2. noun

The bottom or undercrust of a volcanic eruption, formed by the rapid cooling of lava.

“The geologists studied the unique texture of the volcanic piecrust.”

3. noun

The hard, outer layer of a fruit or vegetable, especially one that is peeled.

“The piecrust of the watermelon was tender and sweet.”