Rusk

/rʌsk/
noun

A hard, dry biscuit or a twice-baked bread.

He dunked a piece of rusk in his tea before eating it.
Visual representation of "rusk" - A hard, dry biscuit or a twice-baked bread

Often appears as...

  • dunk a rusk
  • piece of rusk
noun

A dry, hard baby's biscuit.

The baby was happily chewing on a rusk.
Visual representation of "rusk" - A dry, hard baby's biscuit

Often appears as...

  • baby's rusk
  • chew a rusk
noun

A hard, dry biscuit or a twice-baked bread.

He dunked a piece of rusk in his tea before eating it.
Visual representation of "rusk" - A hard, dry biscuit or a twice-baked bread

Often appears as...

  • dunk a rusk
  • piece of rusk
noun

A dry, hard baby's biscuit.

The baby was happily chewing on a rusk.
Visual representation of "rusk" - A dry, hard baby's biscuit

Often appears as...

  • baby's rusk
  • chew a rusk
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Tea Companion

In many cultures, rusks are dipped into tea or coffee as a snack.

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She enjoyed her afternoon tea with a rusk on the side.
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Twice-baked Texture

Rusks are crispy and firm, making them ideal for dunking without falling apart.

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My rusk stayed intact even after I soaked it in my coffee.
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Sweet or Savory

Rusks can be sweet with added sugar or spices, or savory with salt and herbs.

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He chose a sweet rusk flavored with cinnamon for his snack.
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