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Laptop - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A laptop is a portable computer designed for mobility, with a built-in screen, keyboard, and battery. It is used for work, study, or entertainment anywhere.

laptop

/ˈlæpˌtɑp/ /ˈlæpˌtɒp/

Definition:

A portable computer small enough to use on one's lap, with a screen and keyboard.

Synonyms:

notebook, portable computer, Chromebook, ultrabook

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

desktop, mainframe

Common Collocations:

laptop bag, laptop charger, laptop screen, laptop stand, laptop case

Derivatives:

laptops, laptopless

Usage Tips:

Use "laptop" for portable computers; avoid confusion with bulkier "desktops."

Common Phrases:

laptop warrior, on my laptop, laptop battery life

Etymology:

Blend of "lap" (where it rests) and "top" (surface), first used in 1983.

Examples:

  • 1. I bought a new laptop yesterday.
  • 2. She closed her laptop after finishing the report.
  • 3. His laptop battery died during the meeting.
  • 4. The student carried her laptop to the library.

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