Meaning of the word scruff in English
What does scruff mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
scruff
US /skrʌf/
UK /skrʌf/
Noun
the back of a person's or animal's neck
Example:
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The mother cat carried her kitten by the scruff of its neck.
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He grabbed the dog by the scruff and pulled it away from the fight.