The young of any bovine animal, esp. of the domestic cow. ‘Calf is applied to all young cattle until they attain one year old, when they are year-olds…

Of a cow: That is in calf.

Of a cow: That is in calf; pregnant.

Of a cow or heifer: showing signs of being close to giving birth; having full udders.

The young of any bovine animal, esp. of the domestic cow. ‘Calf is applied to all young cattle until they attain one year old, when they are year-olds…

Of a cow: in calf, pregnant; close to the time of giving birth.

U.S. Calving. Obsolete.