As a Noun: 1. A crumbly pastry made with flour, fat, and a little water, usually used for pies, flans, and tarts. English = shortcrust pastry. Note: 1. The following signs or sign expressions are recommended for ‘shortcrust pastry’. Source: DeafConnectED, Melbourne Polytechnic. 2. Suggested sign #1 3. 4. Suggested sign #2 5.