nuchal vs scruff

nuchal

noun
  • The back of the neck. 

  • A neck scale, especially of a lizard. 

adj
  • Of or pertaining to the back or nape of the neck. 

scruff

noun
  • The back of the neck, nape; also scruff of the neck. 

  • Someone with an untidy appearance. 

  • The loose skin at the back of the neck of some animals. 

  • Stubble, facial hair (on males). 

verb
  • To lift or carry by the scruff. 

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