A laptop or a laptop computer is a small portable computer.
She used to work at her laptop until four in the morning.
...a laptop computer he called Magic Slate.
laptop in British English
(ˈlæpˌtɒp) or laptop computer
noun
a personal computer that is small and light enough to be operated on the user's lap
Compare palmtop computer
laptop in American English
(ˈlæpˌtɑp)
noun
a microcomputer small and light enough to sit on the user's lap and containing, in a single unit, a keyboard, LCD screen, microprocessor, and, usually, a rechargeable battery
What if a student takes a laptop and phone to lectures?
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
It was stolen from a desk along with three other laptop computers belonging to the council.
Computing (2010)
Many do at least part of their jobs at home or count work done on laptops as they commute.
The Sun (2016)
Here is our pick of phones, laptops and tablets for those who want top tech for less.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
I took their laptop and their phone away.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
I had to hand over my phone and laptop.
The Sun (2017)
Computer viruses can be used to disrupt anything that is connected to the network, from mobile phones and laptops to artillery and fast jets.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Instead, people much prefer to book on a personal computer or laptop with a big screen so they can clearly see what they are doing.
The Sun (2016)
So-called blue light from laptops and phones is said to be particularly disruptive to sleep.
The Sun (2014)
Four businessmen with laptops and mobile phones were squashed onto our table.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
She was perched on the side of a bed with an arm around a laptop computer.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
This is not always possible for laptop users.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Net books are the smallest and lightest laptop computers.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Need a laptop for work but want a tablet for play?
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
At first he only had a laptop and a phone.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
He was working on his laptop in his sitting room as the blaze approached.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Digital pictures are downloaded on to a small laptop and sent via the internet on a mobile phone.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Should we be dragging our sons away from their phones and laptops or letting them wander free in cyberspace?
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
But don't panic and chuck away your old laptop or personal computer.
The Sun (2006)
It's much lighter than a laptop.
The Sun (2012)
Bosses apologised, saying the data was on the laptops due to computer failure.
The Sun (2008)
These are small, cheap laptops whose sole purpose is to get you on the net.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
I have a smartphone and a powerful portable laptop.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
In that month the accounting firm lost four more laptops when they were stolen from a Miami conference room.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
More portable than a laptop, but the absence of a proper keyboard will limit its speed of use.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
So now's the time to get up close and personal with your laptop for a bit of stylish sofa surfing.
The Sun (2009)
Nonetheless, a pervasive wireless network will be invaluable for laptop users on the move and in meetings beyond their offices.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
The computer maker is seeking to shrug off concerns that the recall last month of more than four million laptop batteries will hit demand for its products.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
They took a laptop, four mobile phones and 80 in cash.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Verdict A great portable laptop and tablet: the best of both worlds.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
The industry that makes the parts that power smartphones, tablets, laptops and personal computersis in the middle of a wave of mergers and acquisitions.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
In other languages
laptop
British English: laptop /ˈlæpˌtɒp/ NOUN
A laptop or a laptop computer is a small computer that you can carry around with you.