melba

不可数 · 专有名词

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

• 🇨🇳专有名词，指澳大利亚著名歌剧女高音歌唱家内莉·梅尔巴（1861—1931）。

1. Famous Australian Soprano B2 formal

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

   • 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.

   🇨🇳著名澳大利亚女高音

2. Dessert or Food Item B1 informal culinary

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

   • 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.

   🇨🇳梅尔巴

• melbas plural form
• melbas' possessive plural form
• melba's possessive singular form