Looking for the meaning of the word SCALLOPING in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of SCALLOPING with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Scallop
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
Middle English: shortening of Old French escalope, probably of Germanic origin. The verb dates from the mid 18th century
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈskɒləp
Dialects: British English
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈskaləp
Dialects: British English
Definition:
ornament (an edge or material) with scallops
Short Definition:ornament edge or material with scallops
Examples:- the beaded lace overlay scalloped the neckline of the dress
Definition:
gather or dredge for scallops
Short Definition:gather or dredge for scallops
Examples:- in fall and early winter they went scalloping
- the season for scalloping is almost over
Definition:
bake with milk or a sauce
Short Definition:bake with milk or sauce
Examples:- the potatoes were scalloped with green peppers, onions, and herbs
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