scalp

¹scalp

noun \ˈskalp\

Definition of SCALP

1

a : the part of the integument of the human head usually covered with hair in both sexes b : the part of an animal (as a wolf or fox) corresponding to the human scalp

2

a : a part of the human scalp with attached hair cut or torn from an enemy as a token of victory b : a trophy of victory or accomplishment

3

chiefly Scottish : a projecting mass of bare ground or rock

Origin of SCALP

Middle English, crown of the head, perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse skālpr sheath; akin to Middle Dutch schelpe shell

First Known Use: 14th century

Rhymes with SCALP

alp, salp