por·ta·ble
ˈpȯr-tə-bəl 
1
a
: capable of being carried or moved about
a portable TV
b
: characterized by portability
a portable pension
c
: usable on many computers with little or no modification
portable software
2
archaic
: bearable
: something that is portable
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Adjective
Portable devices such as MP3 players are becoming increasingly popular.
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Antonio G. Di Benedetto, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025
With a new breed of portable ovens and an anything-goes spirit, New York’s pizzaiolos are turning out impressive pies at pop-ups in bars, breweries and other surprising venues.
—Ed Levine, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
Jason Evangelho, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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The JBL Clip 4 is a highly portable Bluetooth speaker designed for outdoor enthusiasts or just regular folks who want to listen to music in the shower.
—Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 17 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
But of course, that would make this somewhat portable PC gaming solution a little less portable, and the new XG Mobile costs about as much as the Flow Z13 itself.
—Antonio G. Di Benedetto, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025
With a new breed of portable ovens and an anything-goes spirit, New York’s pizzaiolos are turning out impressive pies at pop-ups in bars, breweries and other surprising venues.
—Ed Levine, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
Noun
One that feels like it was meant to be experienced on a portable like the Steam Deck.
—Jason Evangelho, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Ultra portable, Waterproof, 10 Hours Battery, 0.87 Pounds, 5 Watts, 3.40 x 1.80 x 5.30 Inches
$46.99 at Walmart
$64.95 Save $17.96
Get Deal
The JBL Clip 4 is a highly portable Bluetooth speaker designed for outdoor enthusiasts or just regular folks who want to listen to music in the shower.
—Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Portable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/portable. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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