Vocab Bloom Hub

calf love

/ˈkɑːf lʌv/

1 entry

phrase

/ˈkɑːf lʌv/C1informalobsolete
  • ruУстаревший термин для временного, незрелого романтического увлечения или влюблённости, типичного для подростков или молодых людей.

An old-fashioned term for a temporary, immature romantic infatuation or crush, typically experienced by adolescents or young people.

  1. Adolescent infatuationB2informal

    A temporary, intense romantic attraction or crush experienced by young people, often considered immature or naive.

    ruПодростковая влюблённость

    • His feelings for her were just calf love, not a serious relationship.
    • She dismissed his declarations as calf love.
    • Many teenagers experience calf love before they understand real romance.