Phrase guide

notebook computer

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈˈnəʊtbʊkˌkəmˈpjuːtə/
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1

noun

Meaning 1

A class of laptop computer that is around the size of a paper notebook with A4 or letter-sized pages.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

a small compact portable computer

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: notebook

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: portable computer

Narrower terms: planner

History

Etymology

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