vellum Meaning & Definition
/ˈvɛləm/
What Does Vellum Mean?
As a noun, vellum means A type of parchment paper made from the skin of a lamb, baby goat, or calf. It can also mean A writing paper of very high quality.
Vellum: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈvɛləm/ |
| Plural | vellums |
Vellum Definition (Noun)
- A type of parchment paper made from the skin of a lamb, baby goat, or calf.
- A writing paper of very high quality.
Synonyms of Vellum
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Vellum synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
vellum (countable and uncountable, plural vellums)
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Origin of Vellum
From Old French velin (French vélin), from Latin vitulinus (“of a calf”), as if derived from Old French veel (“veal”).