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notebook

notebook

30 2.5
A small portable computer you carry and use on battery power
  • noun
  • /ˈnoʊtˌbʊk/
translation icon : portátil
  • Dell already has a refreshed model from its XPS line that's in the notebook lineup with Ice Lake parts.
  • notebook computer
  • notebooks and laptops
  • notebook PC

Acer says this notebook will be over clockable.

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Examples

  • I always carry my notebook with me when I travel to jot down my thoughts and ideas.

  • Mary used the brief flight time to review research notes on her notebook computer.

    Fiction book (2002)
  • This notebook has saved my skin more times than I care to mention.

  • With a convertible multi-touch screen, the convertible notebook can easily be transformed into a tablet.

    Blog text (11)
  • A few days ago, Toshiba announced its latest business notebook computers, Tecra R940 and Tecra R950.

    Blog text (14)
  • He opened his notebook to review his lecture notes before the exam.

  • This notebook is perfect for taking notes during meetings since it is lightweight and portable.

Synonyms

laptop
vsnotebook
309 1.0

A small, light computer you can use on your lap

is focused on thin profile and battery power for mobile carrying
personal computer
vsnotebook
43 2.4

A small machine one person uses to work, study, or play

is the portable, battery powered version meant specifically for mobile use
laptop computer
vsnotebook
17 1.3

A small, light machine you can carry to use for work or study

is designed mainly for thin, battery powered use while moving
netbook
vsnotebook
  • Specialized
14 3.4

A small light laptop for basic tasks and internet use

is meant for broader mobile computing not limited to basic internet tasks
ultrabook
vsnotebook
  • Specialized
6 3.6

A very thin, lightweight laptop for easy travel

is a more general portable device not optimized for extreme thinness
portable computer
vsnotebook
4 2.7

A small computer you can carry to use in different places

is specifically thin, lightweight, and battery powered for mobile daily use
notebook computer
vsnotebook
3 2.8

A small light portable computer like a laptop

is the shorter common name used in everyday speech for that device
ultraportable
vsnotebook
1 4.4

A very small, light laptop that is easy to carry

is still portable but usually less extremely small and light
briefcase computer
vsnotebook
  • Archaic
7.9

A small suitcase that opens to show a screen and keyboard used as a portable computer

is a modern thin battery powered design rather than bulky briefcase form

Compounds

A notebook with a metal or plastic wire along one side that lets pages turn easily

A small light portable computer like a laptop

A notebook with a spiral of wire or plastic that lets pages turn easily and lie flat

How Portable

smartphone
227 1.8
tablet
286 2.7
notebook
30 2.5

Surface Forms

notebook singular
notebooks plural

Morphology

notebook = note + book (semi-transparent) = note + book

While the components 'note' and 'book' are clear, the meaning of a 'portable computer' is a metaphorical extension.

Etymology

Notebook is made from the parts note ('a short record') and book ('a set of pages'). A small, light computer was called a 'notebook' because it is about the size and shape of a paper book and is easy to carry, so the name shows it is a portable machine.