calfskin

noun

calf·​skin ˈkaf-ˌskin How to pronounce calfskin (audio)
ˈkäf-
also ˈkāf-
Synonyms of calfskinnext
: leather made of the skin of a calf

Examples of calfskin in a Sentence

Her boots are made of calfskin.
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Instead, the 10 mm double-tour calfskin strap passes through a narrow channel machined directly into the case. — Taylor Stoddard, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2026 The first model emerged onto a sinuous runway in a nubuck coat paired with chiffon pants that fluttered in the breeze, revealing knee-high calfskin boots. — Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026 Accessories include structured metal clutches, zebra-print bags and sneakers, calfskin boots and pieces incorporating dragonfly hardware. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026 Not only do the two bags look nearly identical, but they are both made of soft calfskin. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for calfskin

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of calfskin was in the 15th century

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“Calfskin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/calfskin. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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calfskin

noun
: leather made from the skin of a calf

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