noun
- the quality of being easily carried or moved from one place to another
- the ability of software or data to be transferred from one computer system to another
Usage: computing
Examples
- The laptop’s portability makes it perfect for business travel.
- Smartphones are popular because of their portability and convenience.
- The portability of the camping equipment was essential for the hiking trip.
- Software portability allows programs to run on different operating systems.
- The portability of her pension benefits meant she could change jobs easily.
- Battery-powered tools offer greater portability than corded versions.