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Scotch woodcock
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English
Etymology
The name is modelled on en Welsh rabbit. Just as Welsh rabbit contains no rabbit, Scotch woodcock contains no woodcock.
Pronunciation
en /skɑtʃ ˈwʊdˌkɑk/ US
en /skɒtʃ ˈwʊdˌkɒk/ UK
Noun
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A savoury dish of creamy scrambled eggs served over toast spread with anchovy paste or relish.