Nape
Definitions
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Abbreviation of N-acyl-phosphatidylethanolamine. abbreviation, alt-of
- The back part of the neck.
- A tablecloth.
- Napalm.
- The part of a fish or bird immediately behind the head.
Equivalents
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Examples
“He was still stroking Radar, long glides of his hand from nape to tail.”
“RHAH: They got through Alpha Company! Anything behind you don't identify⟳ itself, blow⟳ it away. Two - air strike's coming in. They gonna lay⟳ snake and nape right on the perimeter so stay⟳ tight in your holes and don't leave⟳ 'em.”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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