C1adjectivetechnology
US/ˈpɔːr.tə.bəl/
UK/ˈpɔː.tə.bəl/
light or small enough to be carried or moved easily
In context
A portable solar charger is useful when you go trekking in Sa Pa.
Portable air purifiers sold out quickly during the smog season.
Doctors in remote villages use a portable ultrasound machine.
Words that go with portable
adjective + noun
- portable deviceMost people now read the news on a portable device.
- portable chargerDon't forget your portable charger for the long flight.
- portable speakerSomeone was playing music on a portable speaker at the beach.
- portable generatorThe clinic used a portable generator during the blackout.
adverb + adjective
- easily portableThe new tent is light and easily portable.