Definition

Having characteristics or qualities similar to a young cow.

Example

The artist painted a calflike figure in the meadow, capturing its innocence and playfulness.

Conversation

Did you see that cute puppy with the calflike legs at the park yesterday?

Yeah, it was adorable! I couldn't stop watching it waddle around.

I know, right? Those little legs made it look so playful.

Absolutely! It's amazing how a puppy can be both clumsy and charming.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Calflike → It is formed from "calf" (from Old English "cealf", meaning a young bovine animal) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "calflike" describes something that resembles or is characteristic of a calf.

Memory Tip

Think of a young bovine animal ('calf') and how 'like' means resembling. This helps you remember that 'calflike' refers to something that resembles a calf.

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