Definition Synonyms
Definition of portable - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
general useable to be carried or moved easily
- This portable speaker is perfect for outdoor events.
2.
technologyTECH. software that runs on multiple systemsTECH.
- This portable app works on both Windows and Mac.
3.
transferableTECH. able to be transferred between organizationsTECH.
- The portable benefits plan allows for easy job changes.
Noun
1.
technologysmall electronic device that can be easily carried
- She always carries a portable for quick notes..
2.
schoolUS temporary building used for classesUS
- The school added a portable for extra classrooms.
3.
gamingRare US hand-held video gaming deviceRare US
- He played games on his portable during the trip.
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hand-held video gaming device
Expressions with portable
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small movable stove for outdoor cooking
We used a portable stove to cook dinner at the campsite.
small movable enclosure containing a toilet for temporary use
Portable toilets are often used at outdoor festivals..
small, lightweight computer easy to carry
She packed her portable computer in her backpack before leaving..
lightweight saw for easy transport and use
The carpenter packed his portable saw for the job.
handheld power tool with a circular blade
He used a portable circular saw to cut the plywood.
art designed to be easily moved or displayed
She collects portable art for her traveling exhibitions.
small radio receiver easy to carry and use in different places
He brought a portable radio to listen to the game at the beach.
small and light enough to be carried by one person
The man-portable radio enabled communication in remote areas..
small electronic device easily carried used to send or receive system data
Each driver used a portable terminal to update delivery status in real time.
cordless telephone handset that connects wirelessly to a fixed base unit
She grabbed the portable phone from the kitchen counter to answer the call.
Origin of portable
Latin, portare (to carry) + -able (capable of)
Terms with portable included in their meaning
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timekeeping
portable timepiece worn on the wrist or carried
computer
small portable computer
travel storage
portable case for carrying clothes and belongings
technology
portable computer with a touchscreen
travel
portable cases for carrying personal items while traveling
acr: Portable Document Format
file type for sharing documents that keep their layout
camping
portable shelter made of fabric supported by poles
music
portable musical instrument with bellows and keys
portable energy
capability of a device to operate using a battery
portable meal
meal packed in a box for easy transport
business
portable case for carrying documents
camping
lightweight portable bed for camping or military use
travel
portable chair for outdoor use
outdoor cooking
portable stove for cooking outdoors
outdoor seating
portable folding chair used outdoors
outdoor comfort
portable mat for comfort and insulation outdoors
outdoor
portable device used for cooking outdoors
portable
small table with folding legs for easy storage
technology
portable phone using cellular network for calls and texts
smoking
portable case for carrying cigarettes in a pocket
household
portable stand for drying clothes indoors
accessory
portable mirror for checking appearance on the go
appliance
portable flat surface for cooking food
furniture
portable stand for hanging dresses
Examples of portable in a sentence
She loves her portable sewing machine for quick repairs. The portable software is compatible with various operating systems. Developers love creating portable programs for cross-platform use. Her portable pension moved with her. The software license is portable across devices. He bought a new portable for his travels.
The portable fits perfectly in her bag. The portable was used for art classes. Students gathered in the portable for exams. She always carries her portable for entertainment. The portable fits easily in his backpack.
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- French:portable, appareil portable, ...
- German:tragbar, portables Gerät, ...
- Italian:portatile, dispositivo portatile, ...
- Spanish:portátil, dispositivo portátil, ...
- Portuguese:portátil, dispositivo portátil, ...
- Chinese:便携的, 便携设备, ...
- Japanese:携帯用の, ポータブル, ...
- Arabic:قابِل لِلحَمْل, جِهَاز مَحْمُول, ...
- Hebrew:נַיָּד, מַחְשֵׁב כַּף יָד, ...
- Russian:портативный, портативное устройство, ...
- Ukrainian:портативний, портативний пристрій, ...
- Hindi:पोर्टेबल, छोटा इलेक्ट्रॉनिक उपकरण, ...
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