PORTABLE


Meaning of PORTABLE in English

(~s)

1.

A ~ machine or device is designed to be easily carried or moved.

There was a little ~ television switched on behind the bar...

ADJ: usu ADJ n

portability

When it came to choosing photographic equipment portability was as important as reliability.

N-UNCOUNT

2.

A ~ is something such as a television, radio, or computer which can be easily carried or moved.

We bought a colour ~ for the bedroom.

N-COUNT

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