noun
adductor muscle (of a bivalve)
General biological term for the muscle that closes a bivalve shell; also used in cooking contexts.
See also: 閉殻筋
ホタテの貝柱は刺身で食べると甘くておいしい。
Scallop adductor muscles are sweet and delicious when eaten as sashimi.
noun
scallop adductor muscle (as food)
Specifically in food contexts, often referring to the prized round muscle of scallops, clams, etc.
この貝柱は大きくて食べ応えがある。
These scallop muscles are big and satisfying to eat.