Nape is the four-letter term used to describe the back of the neck, also known as the neck's scruff. It is a common area for people to get haircuts and is often referred to as the NAPE of the neck. The NAPE is an area of skin that is usually covered by hair and is located between the base of the skull and the shoulders. It is an important area of the body as it is where the neck muscles attach to the spine.