portable
Light enough to carry
Portable describes something designed to be carried or moved easily.
A portable radio or computer travels with you.
The word implies a tradeoff—portable versions are typically smaller or lighter than stationary ones, sometimes at the cost of power or features.
Software is portable when it runs on different systems without modification.
Portable hinged computer
- tabletFlat portable computing device
- notebookBlank pages for jottings
- netbookCompact budget laptop
- ChromebookGoogle's lightweight laptop
e-reader · handheld · boombox · generator · scanner · printer · projector · hard drive
Small enough to carry
- miniatureReduced-scale representation
- miniSmall-scale version
- small-scaleLimited in size or scope
- tinyExtremely small in size
handheld · travel-sized · diminutive · condensed · compressed · space-saving · streamlined · ultraportable
Able to bend flat
- foldingBending something over itself
- collapsibleAble to compress compactly
- retractableAble to draw inward
- telescopicExtending via nested tubes
packable · stowable · modular · roll-up · pop-up · stackable · nesting · knockdown
Extremely light, weightless-feeling
- ultralightMinimal recreational aircraft
- weightlessHaving no heft
- airyLight and well-ventilated
- buoyantAble to float
luggable · manageable · unburdened · nimble · light · carry-on · hand-carry
Bag kept in cabin
- luggageTraveler's packed containers
- suitcasePortable travel container
- backpackStrapped bag worn dorsally
- duffelCylindrical fabric bag
tote · camping · road trip · commute · on-the-go · jet-setter · nomadic · packed
Useful and nearby
- practicalSuited for real use
- accessibleAble to be reached
- versatileCapable in varied contexts
- user-friendlyEasy to operate
grab-and-go · ready-to-use · self-contained · all-in-one · hassle-free · plug-and-play · standalone · battery-powered
laptop
Portable hinged computer
Chromebook · e-reader · handheld · boombox · generator · scanner · printer · projector · hard drive · hotspot
pocket-sized
Small enough to carry
- miniatureReduced-scale representation
- miniSmall-scale version
- small-scaleLimited in size or scope
tiny · handheld · travel-sized · diminutive · condensed · compressed · space-saving · streamlined · ultraportable · subcompact
foldable
Able to bend flat
- foldingBending something over itself
- collapsibleAble to compress compactly
- retractableAble to draw inward
telescopic · packable · stowable · modular · roll-up · pop-up · stackable · nesting · knockdown · demountable
featherlight
Extremely light, weightless-feeling
- ultralightMinimal recreational aircraft
- weightlessHaving no heft
- airyLight and well-ventilated
buoyant · luggable · manageable · unburdened · nimble · light · carry-on · hand-carry
carry-on
Bag kept in cabin
- luggageTraveler's packed containers
- suitcasePortable travel container
- backpackStrapped bag worn dorsally
duffel · tote · camping · road trip · commute · on-the-go · jet-setter · nomadic · packed · daypack
handy
Useful and nearby
- practicalSuited for real use
- accessibleAble to be reached
- versatileCapable in varied contexts
user-friendly · grab-and-go · ready-to-use · self-contained · all-in-one · hassle-free · plug-and-play · standalone · battery-powered
- furniture traitswooden, upholstered, cushioned, padded, comfortable
- gear featuresdurable, adjustable, breathable, lightweight, waterproof
- keyboardskeyboard, keys, piano, pianos, organ
- product qualitiesdurable, lightweight, flexible, sturdy, reusable
- qualitiesgood, bad, better, best, useful
- humidifierscool mist, warm mist, ultrasonic, evaporative, whole house
portableimmovable
Incapable of being shifted
fixed · stationary · immobile · unmovable · nonportable
- portable toiletMovable self-contained latrine
- portable radioMobile broadcast receiver
- portable chargerMobile device backup battery
- portable heaterMovable room-warming device
- portable lightingMovable light source
- portable generatorTransportable engine-driven power source
transportable, supportable, portability, unsupportable, exportable, reportable, portables, importable, deportable