Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nape

noun
/neɪp/
Definition
The back of the neck.
Examples
  • The tattoo artist skillfully designed a flower on her nape.
  • He felt a chill run down his spine as the wind blew against his nape.
  • She gathered her hair into a bun at the nape of her neck.
Meaning
The nape refers to the area at the back of the neck, just below the skull.
Synonyms
  • back of the neck
  • cervical region