sea scallop

noun

1. Also called giant scallop. a large scallop, Pecten magellanicus, of deep waters off the Atlantic coast of North America.
2. the edible abductor muscle of Pecten magellanicus, a large scallop found in the deep waters off the Atlantic coast of North America:

   They marinate the sea scallops in garlic butter and lime juice before grilling them quickly over an open flame.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sea scallop¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

For the Sea Scallop Rosace Remove the side muscle from the scallops and reserve.

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