any of several large, web-footed sea birds of the family Diomedeidae that have the ability to remain aloft for long periods. Compare wandering albatross .

a seemingly inescapable moral or emotional burden, as of guilt or responsibility.

something burdensome that impedes action or progress.

Textiles .

a lightweight worsted fabric with a crepe or pebble finish.

a plain-weave cotton fabric with a soft nap surface.

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cross to bear , disgrace , load , millstone , misery , woe , gooney , handicap , hindrance , mallemuck , nelly , pelican , seabird