early 15c., from French portable "that can be carried," from Late Latin portabilis "that can be carried," from Latin portare "to carry" (see port (n.1)). Related: Portability.
实用例句
1. A small-screen portable TV can be a good investment.
小屏幕的便携式电视机很值得买。
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2. He bellowed information into the mouthpiece of his portable telephone.
他对着手机话筒吼了一通信息。
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3. There was a little portable television switched on behind the bar.
柜台后面有一台开着的便携式小型电视机。
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4. There was a permanent 20-yard queue for the portable toilets.