Albatross - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈælbətrɔːs|  American pronunciation of the word albatross
Brit.  |ˈælbətrɒs|  British pronunciation of the word albatross

noun

- (figurative) something that hinders or handicaps (syn: millstone)
she was an albatross around his neck
- large web-footed birds of the southern hemisphere having long narrow wings; noted for powerful gliding flight

Extra examples

Fame has become an albatross that prevents her from leading a normal and happy life.

Fame has become an albatross around her neck.

The issue has become a political albatross for the government.

Word forms

noun
singular: albatross
plural: albatrosses
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