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Definition
Albatross; a large seabird known for its wingspan and ability to glide over the ocean for hours.
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How it's used
This term is a direct loan translation used in scientific and formal contexts to refer to the bird. Because these birds are not native to the waters around Hong Kong, you will almost exclusively encounter this word in documentaries, school textbooks, or nature articles rather than in casual daily conversation.
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Albatrosses really love to glide over the ocean.
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Common phrases
albatross gliding
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Grammar guides
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