What does CALVE mean?

calve

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: to give birth to a calf

Pronunciations: US: /kælv/; UK: /kɑːv/

Origin and Usage: The word "calve" originated from the Old English word "calfian" which means to bear or bring forth a calf. It is commonly used in the context of animal husbandry and zoology to describe the process of a cow or other ungulate giving birth to a calf.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: carve, halve, salve

Example Sentences:

• The cow is expected to calve in the next few days.
• The farmer was up all night waiting for his cow to calve.
• The birthing process for cows can be difficult if they don calve properly.