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melba

/ˈmel.bə/

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noun

/ˈmel.bə/formalaustralian
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к знаменитой австралийской оперной сопрано, жившей с 1861 по 1931 год.

A proper noun referring to a famous Australian operatic soprano who lived from 1861 to 1931.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Famous Australian SopranoB2formal

    Refers to Dame Nellie Melba, the renowned Australian operatic soprano who performed internationally in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

    ruЗнаменитая австралийская сопрано

    • Melba was one of the most famous singers of her era.
    • The opera house was packed for Melba's final performance.
    • Many recordings of Melba's voice are still preserved today.
  2. Dessert or Food ItemB1informalculinary

    A type of dessert or food named after the singer, such as Peach Melba or Melba toast.

    ruМельба

    • I ordered a Peach Melba for dessert at the restaurant.
    • Melba toast is a popular low-calorie snack.
    • The chef prepared a classic Melba with fresh raspberries.
Forms
  • melbas plural form
  • melbas' possessive plural form
  • melba's possessive singular form