English Dictionary

albatross around one's neck

noun

(idiomatic, figuratively) A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.

Having a large student loan debt can feel like an albatross around one's neck.

意味（1）

(idiomatic, figuratively) A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.

He bought the properties last year hoping to make a profit by reselling them; however, with the economic downturn, they have become an albatross around his neck.