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Woodcock
Translation of "woodcock" into Russian
woodcock
Noun
UK
/ˈwʊdkɒk/
US
/ˈwʊdkɑk/
woodcock / pl
woodcocks pl
The woodcock is known for its distinctive flight pattern.
Вальдшнеп известен своим характерным стилем полета.
Definitions
woodcock
Noun
UK
/ˈwʊdkɒk/
US
/ˈwʊdkɑk/
A type of bird belonging to the genus Scolopax, known for its long bill and camouflaged plumage, typically found in woodland areas.
The woodcock is often difficult to spot due to its excellent camouflage among the forest floor leaves.
The flesh of the woodcock bird, considered a delicacy in some cuisines.
The chef prepared a dish featuring roasted woodcock, highlighting its rich and gamey flavor.
(archaic, figurative) A foolish or gullible person.
He played the woodcock and believed every word they told him.
woodcock
Adjective
UK
/ˈwʊdkɒk/
US
/ˈwʊdkɑk/
Relating to or characteristic of woodcocks (the birds) or activities involving them, used attributively before another noun.
Woodcock habitat has been declining due to changes in forestry practices.
Idioms and phrases
woodcock shooting
Woodcock shooting is a popular activity in the fall.
охота на вальдшнепов
Охота на вальдшнепов является популярным занятием осенью.
woodcock habitat
The woodcock habitat is often found in young forests.
среда обитания вальдшнепа
Среда обитания вальдшнепа часто встречается в молодых лесах.
woodcock migration
The woodcock migration occurs twice a year.
миграция вальдшнепов
Миграция вальдшнепов происходит дважды в год.
woodcock call
The woodcock call is distinct and easily recognizable.
голос вальдшнепа
Голос вальдшнепа отличается и легко узнаваем.
woodcock population
Conservationists are concerned about the declining woodcock population.
популяция вальдшнепов
Экологи обеспокоены сокращением популяции вальдшнепов.