Woodcock
/wˈʊˌdkɑk/
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Definition
(noun) Any of several wading birds in the genus Scolopax, characterised by a long slender bill and cryptic brown and blackish plumage.
Sentence Examples
The woodcock is a small and brown bird with a very long and thin bill.
We spotted a woodcock in the dark and quiet woods late yesterday.
CEFR Practice Quiz
A ____ is a small and elusive bird that is known for its unique appearance and its long and thin beak today.