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noun
An early portable computer, similar to a desktop computer.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences
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noun
An early portable computer, heavier than the modern laptop.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences
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noun
A portable computer that can be easily carried and moved, but cannot easily be used during travel.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences
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History
Etymology tree English lug Proto-Indo-European *-dhlom Proto-Indo-European *-dhlis Proto-Italic *-ðlis Latin -bilis Latin -ābilis Old French -ablebor. Middle English -able English -able English luggable From lug + -able.
