calfskin

noun

calf·skin ˈkaf-ˌskin

ˈkäf-

also ˈkāf-

Synonyms of calfskin

: leather made of the skin of a calf

Examples of calfskin in a Sentence

Her boots are made of calfskin.

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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 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 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 See All Example Sentences for calfskin

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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calfskin

noun

calf·skin ˈkaf-ˌskin

ˈkȧf-

: leather made from the skin of a calf

calfskin

noun

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