calfskin

noun

calf·​skin ˈkaf-ˌskin 

ˈkäf-

also ˈkāf-

: leather made of the skin of a calf

Examples of calfskin in a Sentence

Her boots are made of calfskin.

Recent Examples on the Web

Not only do the two bags look nearly identical, but they are both made of soft calfskin. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026

This is a classic game reimagined, with glossy resin tiles housed in a calfskin case that’s almost too beautiful to tuck away in your bag. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2026

Made in Italy, these iconic slip-on loafers feature a soft calfskin upper with a classic penny bar mid-foot, and an embossed Tod’s monogram on the tongue. — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 13 July 2026

The Avenger Automatic 42 pairs a blue dial with a stainless-steel case and a blue calfskin leather strap accented with red stitching. — Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

calfskin

noun

calf·​skin ˈkaf-ˌskin 

ˈkȧf-

: leather made from the skin of a calf