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