I. ˈve-ləm noun
Etymology: Middle English velym, from Anglo-French velim, veeslin, from * veelin, adjective, of a calf, from veel calf — more at veal
Date: 14th century
1. : a fine-grained unsplit lambskin, kidskin, or calfskin prepared especially for writing on or for binding books
2. : a strong cream-colored paper
II. adjective
Date: 15th century
1. : of, resembling, or bound in vellum
2. : slightly rough
paper with a vellum finish