sea scallop
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Definition
Noun 1. A large edible marine bivalve mollusk: A species of scallop (Placopecten magellanicus) native to the deep, cold waters of the northwestern Atlantic Ocean. It is characterized by its large, fan-shaped shell. 2. The adductor muscle of this mollusk, used as food: The thick, round, white muscle that is harvested, cooked, and eaten. This is the part commonly sold as "scallops" in markets and restaurants.
Examples of Usage
- As the mollusk:
- Divers observed a sea scallop on the ocean floor.
- The fishery is regulated to ensure a sustainable population of sea scallops.
- As the edible muscle:
- For dinner, we sautéed sea scallops in garlic and butter.
- The recipe calls for one pound of fresh sea scallop meat.
Advanced Usage
- The term "sea scallop" is often used to distinguish this larger, deep-water species from the smaller "bay scallop" (), which inhabits shallower, warmer estuaries and bays.
Variants and Related Words
- Scallop (noun): The general term for bivalve mollusks of the family Pectinidae. "Sea scallop" is a specific type of scallop.
- Escallop (noun): A less common variant spelling of "scallop."
Synonyms
- Giant scallop (noun): Another common name for the same species, .
- Deep-sea scallop (noun): A descriptive synonym emphasizing its habitat.
Related Phrases
- Scallop fishery (noun phrase): The industry and practice of harvesting scallops.
- The scallop fishery is a major economic activity in the region.
Noun
- a large scallop inhabiting deep waters of the Atlantic coast of North America
- muscle of large deep-water scallops