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scallop and escallop noun 1 any of numerous species of marine bivalve molluscs with a strongly ribbed yellow, brown, pink or orange shell consisting of two valves with wavy edges that are almost circular in outline. 2 either of these shells, especially when served filled with food. 3 a shallow dish in which shellfish are cooked. 4 any of a series of curves forming a wavy edge, eg on fabric. 5 cookery an escalope. 6 cookery a potato slice fried in batter. 7 historical a scallop shell used as the badge of a pilgrim to the shrine of St James of Compostela. verb (scalloped, scalloping) 1 to shape (an edge) into scallops or curves. 2 to bake in a scallop with a sauce and usually breadcrumbs. 3 intrans to gather or search for scallops. scalloped adj said eg of fabric: having the edge or border shaped into scallops or curves.
ETYMOLOGY: 14c: from French escalope.