Becasse

/bəˈkæs/ noun

A woodcock or similar game bird; used in French cuisine.

From French 'bécasse,' ultimately from Latin 'bisaccia' (a double bag), referring to the bird's body shape. The term is used in English primarily in culinary contexts.

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