scalloped

• Diz-se de objeto, geralmente tecido ou alimento, que tem uma borda decorativa formada por uma série de semicírculos ou conchas de vieira.

Describes an object, typically fabric or food, that has a decorative edge shaped like a series of semicircles or scallop shells.

1. Decorative edgeB2formal

   Having a border or edge that is cut into a series of small, rounded curves or scallops.

   Festoneado

   • The dress had a scalloped hem that added a delicate touch.
   • She admired the scalloped edges of the antique tablecloth.
   • The invitation card featured a scalloped border.

   Sinônimoscrenatecrenatedcrenulate

2. Baked with sauceB1formalculinary

   Cooked in a creamy sauce, often with breadcrumbs or cheese, and baked until golden.

   Assado com molho

   • We had scalloped potatoes with dinner.
   • The recipe for scalloped corn is a family favorite.
   • She prepared a delicious scalloped dish with ham and cheese.

   Sinônimosau gratin

• Verbo que significa decorar com borda ou padrão festonado, ou preparar um prato assando-o com molho e farinha de rosca.

A verb meaning to decorate with a scalloped edge or pattern, or to bake with a sauce and breadcrumbs.

1. Decorate an edge with scallopsB2formal

   To cut or shape the edge of something into a series of small curves or semicircles.

   Decorar a borda com festões

   • She scalloped the edge of the paper for the invitation.
   • The dress had a scalloped hemline.
   • He scalloped the pastry crust before baking.

2. Bake in a sauceB2formalculinary

   To cook food, typically seafood or vegetables, in a creamy sauce or milk, often topped with breadcrumbs.

   Assar em molho

   • She scalloped the potatoes with cheese and cream.
   • The recipe calls for scalloped oysters baked in a rich sauce.
   • He prepared scalloped corn for the family dinner.

3. Form scallops inB2formal

   To create a pattern of scallops or curved shapes in a material or surface.

   Fazer recortes em forma de vieira

   • The artisan scalloped the metal to create a decorative border.
   • She scalloped the fabric to add a unique design.
   • The woodworker scalloped the edges of the table.

4. Fish for scallopsB2formalsport

   To catch or harvest scallops from the sea.

   Pescar vieiras

   • They scalloped off the coast of Maine during the season.
   • The fishermen scalloped in the shallow waters.
   • He scalloped for a living before retiring.

5. Shape or cut in scallopsB2formal

   To cut or shape something into a series of curved segments.

   Cortar em festões

   • She scalloped the dough to make decorative cookies.
   • The artist scalloped the clay to form a pattern.
   • He scalloped the leather for the belt design.