1. a scallop shell, especially when used as a decorative motif or heraldic symbol
Usage: heraldic; decorative arts
2. a thin slice of meat, especially veal, that is pounded flat
Usage: culinary

1. to bake in a casserole with milk or a sauce, often with breadcrumbs
Usage: culinary
2. to cut or shape with a scalloped edge
Usage: crafts

Examples

• The medieval pilgrim wore an escallop on his hat as a symbol of his journey.
• The coat of arms featured three gold escallops on a blue field.
• The chef prepared escallops of veal with a lemon butter sauce.
• She decided to escallop the potatoes with cream and cheese.
• The baker escalloped the pie crust edges for a decorative finish.
• The fabric was escalloped along the hem with delicate curves.
• Ancient pilgrims collected escallops as proof of their travels to holy sites.