do a Melba en · VERB
Etymology
Named after Australian opera singer Nellie Melba (1861–1931), famous for her large number of “farewell” appearances.
Meanings
- (Australia, informal, of an entertainer) To make a repeated comeback.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| did a Melba | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| done a Melba | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| doing a Melba | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| does a Melba | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic |