sca
llop
Plural
scallops
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a marine mollusk with a fan-shaped shell, known for its edible muscle and ability to swim by clapping its shell
A scallop is a bivalve mollusk with a round, fan-shaped shell. They have tender and sweet meat that is highly valued in cooking. Scallops can swim by clapping their shells together and are filter feeders, extracting small organisms from the water. They are commonly enjoyed in various culinary dishes and are prized for their delicate flavor and texture.
- The scallop quickly escaped by clapping its shell.
- Divers collected fresh scallops from the seabed.
- The scallop’s ridged shell is often used for decoration.
- Some species of scallop have brightly colored eyes along their shell.
- Scallops are commonly found in coastal waters worldwide.
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an edible mollusk with a fan-shaped shell, valued for its tender muscle used in various dishes
- She enjoyed a plate of seared scallops.
- The seafood restaurant serves fresh scallop dishes.
- He added scallops to the creamy pasta.
- Scallop is sweet and tender.
- The chef lightly poached each scallop.