Calf

/kæf/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A young bovine animal, especially one that is less than one year old.

The farmer welcomed the new calf into the barn.

The back portion of the lower leg in humans.

She felt a strain in her calf after the long run.

The young of certain other mammals, such as elephants or whales.

The mother whale swam closely with her calf.

Middle English 'calf', from Old English 'cealf'.

calf muscles

The large muscles at the back of the lower leg.

calf love

An infatuation or crush, especially among young people.

cash cow

A business or product that generates a steady income.

bovine

Relating to cows and cattle.

heifer

A young female cow that has not yet borne a calf.

steer

A castrated male bovine.

Calfskin

This jacket is made of calf, very soft and durable.

Calf fries

Some people enjoy eating calf fries, which are a delicacy in certain regions.