(1779–1848), British Whig statesman, prime minister 1834 and 1835–41; born William Lamb. He became chief political adviser to Queen Victoria after her accession in 1837.
Definition of Melbourne, 2nd Viscount in US English:
Melbourne, 2nd Viscount
proper nounˈmelbərnˈmɛlbərn
(1779–1848), British statesman; prime minister 1834 and 1835–41; born William Lamb. He became chief political adviser to Queen Victoria after her accession in 1837.