Scruff of the neck Crossword Clue

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Scruff of the neck Crossword Answer

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APE

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NAPE

(4 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. the back side of the neck

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SCRUFF (noun)
1. the back side of the neck
NECK (verb)
1. kiss, embrace, or fondle with sexual passion
NECK (noun)
1. the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body
2. an opening in a garment for the neck of the wearer; a part of the garment near the wearer’s neck

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

APE
(3 letters)
Nape
(4 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
NEAP

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