KJV Dictionary Definition: scalp

scalp

SCALP, n. L. scalpo.

1. The skin of the top of the head; as a hairless scalp.

2. The skin of the top of the head cut or torn off. A scalp among the Indians of America is a trophy of victory.

SCALP, v.t. To deprive of the scalp, or integuments of the head.

scalped

SCALP'ED, pp. Deprived of the skin of the head.

scalping

SCALP'ING, ppr. Depriving of the skin of the top of the head.