nake

/neɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of snake, particularly the nake or nigger snake (Gonyosoma niger)

“The herpetologist studied the unique characteristics of the nake species.”

2. verb

To remove or pull off the bark or skin of something, especially a tree

“The farmer nake-d the tree to treat it for diseases.”

Synonyms

  • debranch
  • snake

Antonyms

  • cover
  • gill