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notebook computer

notebook computer

3 2.8
A small light portable computer like a laptop
  • noun
  • /ˈnoʊtˌbʊk kəmˈpjuːtər/
translation icon : ordenador portátil
  • Andrew's fingers fly across the keys of a notebook computer.
  • IBM notebook computer

This is a full-fledged NVMESSD suitable for use in medium performance applications like in a notebook computer.

Examples

  • A few days ago, Toshiba announced its latest business notebook computers, Tecra R940 and Tecra R950.

    Blog text (14)

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

    Fiction book (2002)

  • One of the problems with notebook computers is the battery life.

    Blog text (32)

  • Jen was keeping a trip diary on her notebook computer.

    Fiction book (1995)

  • Mary's notebook computer had a little DNA-analysis program on it.

    Fiction book (2002)

  • The most impressive class of new portables is the powerful 386 and 486 notebook computers that come with docking stations for desktop use.

    Academic text (1993)

  • The centerpiece of my office-in-a-bag, which I carry onto the Ohio-bound plane, is an IBM ThinkPad 700C notebook computer.

    Academic text (1994)

  • During the conference, she took notes on her notebook computer to keep everything organized.

  • He prefers using a notebook computer for his work because it is lightweight and easy to carry.

  • Students often rely on their notebook computers for research and completing assignments.

Synonyms

laptop
vsnotebook computer
309 1.0

A small, light computer you can use on your lap

emphasizes thin lightweight design for mobile use rather than lap use
PC
vsnotebook computer
  • Specialized
192 1.8

A small computer for one person to use at home or work

is focused on single user function and not necessarily portable or small
personal computer
vsnotebook computer
43 2.4

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

is narrower by stressing portability and lightweight design for mobile use
notebook
vsnotebook computer
30 2.5

A small portable computer you carry and use on battery power

is the fuller two word form rather than the shorter name
laptop computer
vsnotebook computer
17 1.3

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

focuses more on thin portability and mobile use than lap placement
netbook
vsnotebook computer
  • Specialized
14 3.4

A small light laptop for basic tasks and internet use

focuses on very basic tasks and web use rather than general computing
ultrabook
vsnotebook computer
  • Specialized
6 3.6

A very thin, lightweight laptop for easy travel

is broader meaning small and portable but not necessarily very thin
portable computer
vsnotebook computer
4 2.7

A small computer you can carry to use in different places

is more specific about being small and lightweight for mobile use
microcomputer
vsnotebook computer
  • Specialized
2 4.7

A small computer for one person that uses a small chip to run programs

highlights internal processor design rather than portable mobile usage
ultraportable
vsnotebook computer
1 4.4

A very small, light laptop that is easy to carry

highlights extremely small size for maximum carrying ease rather than general portability

How Portable

smartphone
227 1.8
tablet
286 2.7
notebook computer
3 2.8

Surface Forms

notebook computer singular
notebook computers plural

Morphology

notebook + computer

The meaning 'a small, lightweight portable computer' is directly compositional from the constituents: 'notebook' (small/portable) plus 'computer' (an electronic device). This noun–noun compound follows common, cross-linguistic compounding patterns, so a B1 learner who knows both words will readily infer the MWE meaning.

Etymology

Notebook computer comes from the image of a small machine like a paper notebook that you carry to take notes, so people used the word for a computer you can easily carry. So, notebook computer means a 'small' 'portable' computer you can use in many places.