English to English Dictionary

Calf Roping

A rodeo event in which a mounted rider must pursue a calf, throw a lasso around its neck, dismount, throw it to the ground, and tie three of its legs together as quickly as possible.

Calfskin

Leather made from the skin of a calf, known for its fine texture, softness, and durability.

Caliber

The internal diameter or bore of a gun barrel.

Calibrated

Carefully assessed, set, or adjusted to a specific standard or exact measurement.

Calibration

The action or process of calibrating an instrument or experimental reading.

Caliphate

A form of Islamic government led by a caliph, who is regarded as a political and religious successor to the Prophet Muhammad.

Calisthenics

Gymnastic exercises designed to develop physical health and grace through the use of one's own body weight.

Callous

Showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others.

Callously

In a way that shows a cruel disregard for the feelings and suffering of others.

Callousness

The quality of being emotionally insensitive or unfeeling.

Calororadiante

Emitting intense heat or thermal radiation; glowing with warmth.

Calyx

The outermost whorl of a flower, typically consisting of green sepals that protect the flower bud.