Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

calve

Verb
/kæv/
Definition
To give birth to a calf.
Examples
  • The farmer watched as the cow started to calve.
  • During spring, many cows calve in the pastures.
  • She was excited to see the calf after the cow calved.
Meaning
The act of giving birth to a young cow or bull.
Synonyms
  • give birth
  • bear
  • bring forth