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Definition of nape noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

nape

noun
 
/neɪp/
 
/neɪp/
 [singular]
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  1. nape (of somebody’s neck) the back of the neck
    • Her hair was cut short at the nape of her neck.
    • The hair on his nape prickled with fear.
    Topics Bodyc2
    Word OriginMiddle English: of unknown origin.
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