portability
ˌpɔːtəˈbɪləti
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Definition of portability - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
ease of movementease of being carried or moved
  • The portability of the device makes it perfect for travelers..
mobility
2.
telecommunicationsTECH.USability to keep a phone number when switching networksTECH.US
  • Number portability is a feature many users appreciate.
3.
technologyTECH.ability to run on different systemsTECH.
  • The software's portability makes it popular among developers.
adaptability compatibility
4.
employmentTECH.USability to transfer benefits between jobsTECH.US
  • Portability of benefits is crucial for modern workers.
mobility transferability
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Expressions with portability

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telecom feature that lets customers keep phone numbers when changing providers locally
Because of local number portability, she kept her number after switching carriers.

Origin of portability

Latin, portare (to carry) + -abilis (able)

Terms with portability included in their meaning

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portability
small luggage easy to carry by hand
portability
portable heating device for indoor use
FMNPacr.
acr: full mobile number portability
move your phone number to another company
portability
easily portable and ready to carry
HIPAAacr.
acr: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
law protecting health information privacy
technology portability
having features similar to a laptop, especially being easy to carry
LNPacr.
acr: local number portability
ability to keep your phone number when switching providers
portability
quality of fitting easily into a pocket

Examples of portability in a sentence

  • Its portability allows you to take it anywhere.
  • Portability allows users to switch carriers easily.
  • The new law supports number portability across regions.
  • Portability is a key feature for mobile applications.
  • The portability of the device allows for easy travel.
  • The portability of health insurance is beneficial.

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  1. French:portabilité, compatibilité, ...
  2. German:Tragbarkeit, Rufnummernmitnahme, ...
  3. Italian:portabilità, trasferibilità, ...
  4. Spanish:portabilidad, compatibilidad, ...
  5. Portuguese:portabilidade, portabilidade de número, ...
  6. Chinese:便携性, 可移植性, ...
  7. Japanese:携帯性, 番号ポータビリティ, ...
  8. Arabic:قابِلِيَّة النَّقْل, قابلية نقل الرقم, ...
  9. Hebrew:נַיָּדוּת, נַיָּדוּת מִסְפָּרִים, ...
  10. Russian:портативность, переносимость номера, ...
  11. Ukrainian:портативність, переносимість номера, ...
  12. Hindi:सुवाह्यता, पोर्टेबिलिटी, ...

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