albatross

[US]/'ælbətrɒs/
[UK]/'ælbətrɔs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. wandering bird with a large wingspan, heavy burden

Example Sentences

an albatross of a marriage.

The albatross can stay airborne at sea for days at a time.

Any of several sea birds, such as the fulmar, albatross, or shearwater.

The albatross is known for its impressive wingspan.

Carrying the albatross of debt can be a heavy burden.

The sailor saw the albatross as a sign of good luck.

The albatross gracefully glided over the ocean waves.

The albatross is a symbol of freedom and wanderlust.

The albatross soared through the sky with ease.

The burden of guilt became an albatross around his neck.

The majestic albatross is a sight to behold in flight.

The albatross is a master of long-distance flying.

The albatross is a symbol of endurance and resilience.

Real-world Examples

Some describe an albatross as a mental burden.

Source: VOA Special June 2023 Collection

This is the stomach of a two months old albatross.

Source: CNN Listening March 2013 Collection

Albatrosses are known for following ships at sea.

Source: VOA Special June 2023 Collection

Three under par for an albatross is extremely rare.

Source: CNN 10 Student English September 2023 Collection

A male Buller's albatross waits for his mate.

Source: Earth's Pulse Season 2 (Original Soundtrack)

I know there's a book here somewhere, albatrosses, artichokes.

Source: The Growth History of a Little Princess

Laysan albatrosses mate for life. They lay one egg a year.

Source: VOA Special February 2019 Collection

She says Midway Atoll contains " countless generations and families of albatrosses" .

Source: VOA Slow English - Entertainment

Patrick's bigger concern is that albatrosses often get hooked on fishing lines.

Source: Science in 60 Seconds - Scientific American January 2021 Collection

So scientists might be underestimating the risk posed to albatross populations.

Source: Science in 60 Seconds - Scientific American January 2021 Collection

Popular Words

Explore frequently searched vocabulary

Download App to Unlock Full Content

Want to learn vocabulary more efficiently? Download the DictoGo app and enjoy more vocabulary memorization and review features!

Download DictoGo Now