albatross

• Существительное, обозначающее крупную морскую птицу с длинными узкими крыльями, известную своим мощным парящим полётом; также используется в переносном смысле для описания бремени или помехи, препятствующей успеху.

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.

1. B2formal

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

   Альбатрос

   • 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.

   Синонимыgooney bird

2. Burden or hindranceC1formal

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

   Бремя или помеха

   • 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.

   Синонимыburdendead weightencumbrancehandicapliabilitymillstoneweight

   Антонимыadvantageassetboon