calfs

/kæfs/

NOUN

1. Young cattle

The plural form of calf, referring to young cows or bulls.

1.1. Young cattle animals

Young cows or bulls, especially animals that have not yet reached maturity.

Synonyms

Examples

  • The rancher tends to his herd of calfs with great care and attention.
  • She noticed the newborn calfs frolicking in the field with their mothers.

Related Words

  • cattle
  • heifers
  • bulls
  • yearlings

NOUN

2. Lower-leg muscles

The plural form of calf, referring to the muscular backs of the lower legs below the knees.

2.1. Muscles at the back of the lower legs

The muscular parts on the back of the lower legs, extending from below the knees toward the ankles.

Synonyms

  • drumsticks
  • shanks
  • shins
  • hams
  • pins

Examples

  • The athlete stretched his calfs before beginning the race.
  • Her calfs were sore after the long hike.

Related Words

  • thighs
  • forelegs
  • forelimbs
  • legs