albatross

'ælbәtrɒs

英文释义

n. (figurative) something that hinders or handicaps
n. large web-footed birds of the southern hemisphere having long narrow wings; noted for powerful gliding flight

中文翻译

n. 信天翁, 沉重负担

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记忆技巧

albatross 并没有明显的词根词缀分析,但可以将其分为 alba--trossalba- 可以联想到拉丁语中的“白色”,而 tross 与鸟类相关联。可以理解为一种白色的鸟类。

例句

1. The albatross can fly long distances without flapping its wings.
信天翁可以在不拍打翅膀的情况下飞行很远的距离。
2. Many sailors believe that seeing an albatross is a good omen.
许多水手相信看到信天翁是一个好兆头。
3. The novel describes an albatross as a symbol of burden and guilt.
这部小说将信天翁描述为负担和罪恶感的象征。

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