The nape is the back of the neck. In technical anatomical/medical terminology, the nape is also called the nucha. The corresponding adjective is nuchal, as in the term nuchal rigidity for neck stiffness.
Cultural connotations
In traditional Japanese culture, the was one of the few areas of the body (other than face and hands) left uncovered by women's attire. The nape of a woman's neck held a strong attraction for many Japanese men (see ). In Egyptian and Lebanese culture, slapping the nape is considered a gesture of utter humiliation. ==References==