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

The flats are made in Repetto’s workshops in France and are crafted from fine calfskin leather. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026

Isaia cashmere scarf, $750; Dior silk tie, $300; Ferragamo calfskin oxfords, $1,590; Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Monoface Small Seconds in 18-karat pink gold, $27,000; Il Bisonte leather card case, $140; Stefano Ricci crocodile belt, $2,800. — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 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

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