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scalloper

American  
[skol-uh-per, skal-] / ˈskɒl ə pər, ˈskæl- /

noun

  1. a person or thing that scallops.

Etymology

Origin of scalloper

First recorded in 1880–85; scallop + -er 1

Example Sentences

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Bernie was, in fact, tormented by the failed 1950 rescue attempt of a scalloper called the William J. Landry.

From Time • Jan. 29, 2016

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