albatross

A noun referring to a large seabird with long narrow wings, known for its powerful gliding flight; also used figuratively to describe a burden or hindrance that prevents success.

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1. Large seabird B2 formal

   A very large seabird with long, narrow wings, found mainly in the southern oceans, known for its ability to glide for long periods.

   • The albatross soared effortlessly above the waves.
   • Sailors often considered seeing an albatross a good omen.
   • These birds can have a wingspan of over three meters.

   ruАльбатросesAlbatrosfrAlbatros (grand oiseau marin)deAlbatrosptAlbatrozzh信天翁arالقطرس

   Synonymes: gooney bird

2. Burden or hindrance C1 formal

   A constant, worrying problem or responsibility that prevents you from succeeding or making progress.

   • His past mistakes became an albatross around his neck.
   • The failing project was an albatross for the entire department.
   • She felt the debt was an albatross she could never escape.

   ruБремя или помехаesCarga o impedimentofrFardeau, obstacledeBürde oder HindernisptFardo ou estorvozh负担或累赘arعبء أو عائق

   Synonymes: burdendead weightencumbrancehandicapliabilitymillstoneweight

   Antonymes: advantageassetboon

• albatrosses plural form
• albatrosses' possessive plural form
• albatross's possessive singular form