# calves

/ˈkævz/ (US) · /kˈɑːvz/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/calves
Updated: 2026-05-04

## Definition

the lower part of your leg, below the knee. You have two calves, one on each leg.

For teachers: the back part of the lower leg, below the knee and above the ankle. Plural form of 'calf'.

## Examples

- She has strong calves from running every day.
- After the long hike, his calves felt tight and sore.
- The dancer stretched her calves carefully to prevent injury during the intense rehearsal.

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