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41+ Words that rhyme with albatross

Albatross is a 3-syllable word with 41 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are loss, toss, moss. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of albatross

noun
  1. (figurative) something that hinders or handicaps; "she was an albatross around his neck"
  2. large web-footed birds of the southern hemisphere having long narrow wings; noted for powerful gliding flight

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Examples of "albatross" in lyrics

See how albatross is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "Steppin' to me is like killin' an albatross"
    Porn Theatre Ushers — My Imagination
  • "They won't see the albatross"
    RJD2 f/ Phonte — The Shining Path
  • "That you wear around your neck like an albatross"
    Urthboy — Megaphone Stallone

What do these rhymes mean?

dos
the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies
floss
a soft loosely twisted thread used in embroidery a soft thread for cleaning the spaces between the teeth use dental
loss
something that is lost; "the car was a total loss
moss
tiny leafy-stemmed flowerless plants
toss
the act of flipping a coin (sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "albatross" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like loss, toss, moss create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "albatross" has 3 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with albatross?
Words that rhyme with albatross include: loss, toss, moss, floss, dos, doss, dross, gloss, sauce, emboss, and 31 more.
How many syllables does albatross have?
Albatross has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with albatross?
There are 41 words that rhyme with albatross: 41 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for albatross in a song?
The strongest rhymes for albatross in songwriting are loss, toss, moss. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with albatross?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with albatross include loss, toss, moss, floss, dos. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: loss, toss; 1-syllable: emboss, across; 2-syllable: autocross, motocross. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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