Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scruff
noun
/skrĘŚf/
Definition
The back of a person’s or an animal’s neck.
Examples
- He grabbed the puppy by the scruff to prevent it from running away.
- When the cat refuses to move, you can gently lift it by the scruff.
Meaning
Scruff refers to the area at the nape of the neck, often used when holding or pulling someone or something by that part.
Synonyms
- nape
- neck
