B1nounnaturehealth
US/kæf/
UK/kɑːf/
a young cow; also the back part of your leg between the knee and the ankle
In context
On my uncle's farm, a new calf was born during the night.
After running the marathon, my calves hurt for three days.
The calf followed its mother across the field.
Words that go with calf
noun + noun
- calf muscleHe pulled a calf muscle during the football match.
- cow and calfA cow and calf were resting under the tree.
- calf injuryThe striker will miss the game with a calf injury.
- calf raisesDo calf raises on the stairs to make your legs stronger.
adjective + noun
- newborn calfThe newborn calf could stand after only an hour.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The farmer has three calfs.Correct: The farmer has three calves.