1. fine parchment made from calfskin, lambskin, or kidskin, used especially for writing or bookbinding
2. a heavy cream-colored paper that resembles parchment

Examples

• The medieval manuscript was written on fine vellum.
• Ancient scribes preferred vellum over papyrus for important documents.
• The wedding invitations were printed on elegant vellum paper.
• The rare book’s pages were made of genuine vellum.
• Artists sometimes use vellum for detailed drawings.
• The diploma was printed on high-quality vellum.
• Bookbinders still use vellum for luxury editions.