| 释义 |
por·ta·ble
I. \ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷_bəl\ adjective
Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French, from Late Latin portabilis, from Latin portare to carry + -abilis -able — more at fare
1. : capable of being carried : easily or conveniently transported : light or manageable enough to be readily moved
< a portable grill >
< a portable power drill >
2. obsolete
a. : bearable, supportable
b. : navigable
• por·ta·bly \-blē, -bli\ adverb
II. noun
(-s)
: something portable: as
a. : a portable schoolhouse or other building
b. : a portable typewriter
c. : a portable radio or television set
III. adjective
1. : characterized by portability
< portable pension benefits >
2. : able to be used on any computer with little or no modification
< portable software > |