calve

The word “calve” has 1 syllable: calve

It's pronounced as /kæv/

What is synonym and antonym for calve?

In the thesaurus, “calve” has 24 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for calve along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for calve

bear
beget
birth
breed
deliver
drop
father
generate
get
have
kid
kindle
kitten
labor
litter
mother
multiply
produce
propagate
pup
reproduce
sire
spawn
whelp

Antonyms for calve

abort
lose
miscarry

Meanings of calve

verb
1. To give birth to a calf.
2. To assist in a cow's giving birth to a calf.
3. To give birth to (a calf).
4. (especially of an ice shelf, a glacier, an ice sheet, or even an iceberg) to shed a large piece, e.g. an iceberg or a smaller block of ice (coming off an iceberg).
5. (especially of an iceberg) to break off.
6. (especially of an ice shelf, a glacier, an ice sheet, or even an iceberg) to shed (a large piece, e.g. an iceberg); to set loose (a mass of ice), e.g. a block of ice (coming off an iceberg).

Example Sentences

The farmer watched as the cow prepared to calve in the early morning hours.
It’s important to monitor the health of a cow closely when it is about to calve.
The veterinarian was called to assist when the heifer began to calve unexpectedly.
Farmers often use specialized equipment to ensure a safe process when cows calve.
The process of helping a cow calve can be quite delicate and requires careful handling.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to calve, such as: abort, bear, beget, birth, breed, deliver, drop.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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