albatross
(noun)
noun
1. (figurative) something that hinders or handicaps
- she was an albatross around his neck
Similar word(s): millstone
Definition categories: thought, balk, baulk, check, deterrent, handicap, hinderance, hindrance, impediment
2. large web-footed birds of the southern hemisphere having long narrow wings; noted for powerful gliding flight
Similar word(s): mollymawk
Definition categories: animal