scallop

[ skol-uhp, skal- ]

/ ˈskɒl əp, ˈskæl- /

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noun

any of the bivalve mollusks of the genus Argopecten (Pecten) and related genera that swim by rapidly clapping the fluted shell valves together.

the adductor muscle of certain species of such mollusks, used as food.

one of the shells of such a mollusk, usually having radial ribs and a wavy outer edge.

a scallop shell or a dish in which food, especially seafood, is baked and served.

Cooking. a thin slice of meat, usually further flattened by pounding with a mallet or other implement.

any of a series of curved projections cut along the edge, as of a fabric.

verb (used with object)

to finish (an edge) with scallops.

Cooking. to escallop.

verb (used without object)

to dredge for scallops.

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Also scol·lop

[skol-uhp] /ˈskɒl əp/ .

Origin of scallop

1350–1400; Middle English scalop, aphetic variant of escal(l)op escallop; sense “thin slice of meat” probably by association with French escalope escalope

OTHER WORDS FROM scallop

un·scal·loped, adjective

Words nearby scallop

Scaliger, scaling, scaling ladder, scall, scallion, scallop, scalloper, scalloping, scally, scallywag, scalogram

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How to use scallop in a sentence

Housemade ravioli tends to be stuffed with something that reminds you what time of year it is, and the scallop ceviche lit with lime and chiles brings Lima close.
2021 Fall Dining Guide|Tom Sietsema|October 6, 2021|Washington Post
There’s this scene where the heroine steals a scallop from the hero’s plate at dinner that I still think about when writing food—it was such a simple, sexy moment amidst the hijinks and drama.
How to Write a Romance Novel in 2021|Annabel Gutterman|July 8, 2021|Time
Mint is an excellent accompaniment to seafood, as proved in this creamy base for scallops.
Fresh mint lifts these 6 savory recipes|Kari Sonde|June 16, 2021|Washington Post
You could also substitute additional fish or scallops for the shrimp, if you prefer.
Caribbean-inspired seafood stew brings warm island vibes to your table|Ellie Krieger|March 4, 2021|Washington Post

Bay scallops measure up to 4 inches across, and their shells are the classic shape of the Shell Oil gas station logo.
14 wild edibles you can pull right out of the ocean|By Bob McNally/Field & Stream|October 19, 2020|Popular-Science
Remove the ring from the plate and remove the top layer of parchment from the rosace of cooked scallop.
Daniel Boulud Reveals His 4 Favorite Recipes From His New Cookbook|Daniel Boulud|October 15, 2013|DAILY BEAST
For the Sea Scallop Rosace Remove the side muscle from the scallops and reserve.
Daniel Boulud Reveals His 4 Favorite Recipes From His New Cookbook|Daniel Boulud|October 15, 2013|DAILY BEAST
“That scallop dish is just a raw scallop with a grilled cucumber and cucumber vinaigrette,” said McGarry.
Meet Flynn McGarry: America’s Next Great Chef Is 14 Years Old|Jace Lacob|May 23, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Scallop Ceviche by Alice Waters The woman behind Chez Panisse serves up a wonderful seafood summer salad.
What to Eat|Cookstr.com|August 25, 2009|DAILY BEAST
Fold the front at the first pattern row, and hem it to form the scallop at the edge.
The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness|Florence Hartley
The scallop also is a pretty radiant form, and mingles well with other symbols when it is needed.
The Stones of Venice, Volume I (of 3)|John Ruskin
There will be enough meat left over for a second dinner, either croquettes or scallop or something else.
Living on a Little|Caroline French Benton
They all loved the Scargill Street house for its openness, for the great scallop of the world it had in view.
Sons and Lovers|David Herbert Lawrence
Not all of the scallop is used for food; merely the heavy muscle that holds the two shells together is edible.
Woman's Institute Library of Cookery, Vol. 3|Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences

British Dictionary definitions for scallop

scallop

/ (ˈskɒləp, ˈskæl-) /

noun

any of various marine bivalves of the family Pectinidae, having a fluted fan-shaped shell: includes free-swimming species (genus Pecten) and species attached to a substratum (genus Chlamys)See also pecten (def. 3)

the edible adductor muscle of certain of these molluscs

either of the shell valves of any of these molluscs

a scallop shell or similarly shaped dish, in which fish, esp shellfish, is cooked and served

one of a series of curves along an edge, esp an edge of cloth

the shape of a scallop shell used as the badge of a pilgrim, esp in the Middle Ages

mainly Australian a potato cake fried in batter

verb

(tr) to decorate (an edge) with scallops

to bake (food) in a scallop shell or similar dish

(intr) to collect scallops

Derived forms of scallop

scalloper, nounscalloping, noun

Word Origin for scallop

C14: from Old French escalope shell, of Germanic origin; see scalp

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