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albatross

/ˈæl.bəˌtɹɑs/ /ˈæl.bəˌtɹɒs/ /ˈæl.bəˌtɹɔs/

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Альбатрос

Any of various large seabirds of the family Diomedeidae ranging widely in the Southern Ocean and the North Pacific and having a hooked beak and long narrow wings.

Examples :

"The large albatross soared effortlessly above the waves, its long wings catching the wind. "

Большой альбатрос легко парил над волнами, его длинные крылья ловили ветер.

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Белянка

Any of various African and Asian pierid butterflies of the genus Appias. Some species of this genus are also known as puffins.

Examples :

"While hiking in the tropical forest, we spotted a beautiful albatross flitting among the flowering trees. "

Во время похода в тропическом лесу мы заметили красивую белянку, порхающую среди цветущих деревьев.

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Альбатрос

A double eagle, or three under par on any one hole, except a par 3 hole.

Examples :

""During the charity golf tournament, John hit an incredible shot on the par-5 fifth hole and scored an albatross." "

Во время благотворительного турнира по гольфу Джон выполнил невероятный удар на пятой лунке пар-5 и сделал альбатрос.

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Бремя, обуза

A long-term impediment, burden, or curse.

Examples :

"The large debt from his failed business became an albatross around his neck, preventing him from saving for his children's education. "

Большой долг от его провалившегося бизнеса стал для него бременем, не позволяющим ему откладывать деньги на образование детей.

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