Meaning of the word calves in English
What does calves mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
calves
US /kævz/
UK /kɑːvz/
Plural Noun
1.
young bovine animals, especially domestic cattle
Example:
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The farmer had several new calves in the pasture.
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The mother cow protected her calves from the wolf.
2.
the thick fleshy part of the back of a human leg between the ankle and the knee
Example:
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She exercised to strengthen her calves.
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His calves were sore after the long hike.
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