portable computer

noun

A microcomputer powered by batteries with an integral display screen and integral input device (such as a keyboard) that can be used on the move.

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Meanings

nounportable computer (plural portable computers)

plural portable computers

  1. computingA microcomputer powered by batteries with an integral display screen and integral input device (such as a keyboard) that can be used on the move.

    Synonyms: portable

Synonyms & antonyms

nounA microcomputer powered by batteries with an integral display screen and integral input device (such as a keyboard) that can be used on the move.

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