Ecrevisse is a French word that refers to a type of freshwater crustacean also known in English as crayfish. The term "ecrevisse" has different synonyms depending on the language and region. In some parts of France, it is known as "ecrevin" or "ecrevinne", while in other regions, it is called "colere" or "coleron". In the United States, crayfish is the most common term, while in Canada, it is called crawfish. In the southern parts of the United States, it is also referred to as mudbugs, and in Australia, yabbies. These synonyms highlight the role that ecrevisse and its counterparts play in the culinary traditions and cultural heritage of different communities.