Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
calves
noun
/kævz/
Definition
The plural form of ‘calf’; refers to the young of certain mammals or the muscles at the back of the lower leg.
Examples
- There were two calves grazing in the field.
- After running for a long time, my calves felt sore.
- The farmer raised several calves on his farm.
Meaning
In zoology, ‘calves’ are the young of large mammals such as cows and elephants. In anatomy, they refer to the muscles that form the back part of the lower leg.
Synonyms
- Young (for young mammals)
- Muscles (for anatomical context)
- Offspring
