1. United States operatic tenor (born in Denmark) noted for his Wagnerian roles (1890-1973) • Syn: Lauritz Melchior, Lauritz Lebrecht Hommel Melchior • Instance Hypernyms: tenor 2.(New Testament) one of the three sages from the east who came bearing gifts for the infant Jesus; usually represented as a king of Nubia • Topics: New Testament • Instance Hypernyms: sage • Member Holonyms: Wise Men, Magi
