Melissa
Americannoun
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Classical Mythology. the sister of Amalthea who nourished the infant Zeus with honey.
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Also Melissie, Melissy a female given name.
Example Sentences
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Ahead of the announcement, Stephens analyst Melissa Roberts wrote that the company had a “lower likelihood” of selection than some of the other eligible names.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026
He played an intrusive Airbnb host with Melissa McCarthy, who was also on board for the Five-Timers sketch.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
The UN's plan is an expansion of its response to Hurricane Melissa, which slammed Cuba in October, to include the humanitarian impact of the energy crisis.
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
The team declined to give any further details but BBC Sport has confirmed that it is because Alonso's partner Melissa Jimenez has had their first baby.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
Aunt Melissa hands me a bag of kale while she covers the pasta salad in foil.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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