English Explanatory Dictionary

Melba toast

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A form of very dry, crisp and thinly sliced toast.

Word forms

Melba toast Melba toasts

Etymology

Named after Dame Nellie Melba who took the pseudonym "Melba" from Melbourne, her home town, along with toast.

Related words

Peach Melba
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