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:
The mother cat carried her kitten by the scruff of its neck.
He grabbed the dog by the scruff and pulled it away from the fight.