1. a marine bivalve mollusk with a fan-shaped shell that has radiating ridges
2. the edible muscle of this mollusk used as food
3. a decorative edge cut in a series of curves resembling a scallop shell

1. to bake in a casserole with milk or a sauce
2. to cut or shape with a scalloped edge

Examples

• The diver collected several scallops from the ocean floor.
• We ordered pan-seared scallops as an appetizer.
• The tablecloth had a pretty scalloped border.
• She scalloped the potatoes with cheese and cream.
• The seamstress scalloped the hem of the dress.
• Large scallop shells washed up on the beach.
• The restaurant’s scallops were perfectly cooked.
• He used scissors to scallop the paper’s edge.