1The scallop species (Patinopecten yessoensis), a bivalve used for food; its adductor muscle (scallop roe) is eaten raw or cooked.
ほたてがいは北海道でよく水揚げされる。
Scallops are often landed (harvested) in Hokkaido.
学校の水族館でほたてがいの展示を見た。
I saw a display of scallops at the school's aquarium.
帆立貝の貝柱は刺身や焼き物に使われることが多い。
The adductor muscle of the scallop is often used for sashimi or grilled dishes.