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

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

Courtesy of Swatch Courtesy of Swatch To go with the calfskin lanyards, there will purportedly also be longer lanyards and desk clock holders (in eight colors, naturally) available online. — Jeremy White, Wired News, 12 May 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