portability
noun
por·ta·bil·i·ty
ˌpȯr-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
plural portabilities
1
: the quality or state of being portable
2
: the transferability of a worker's benefits from one pension fund to another when the worker changes jobs
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The detachable brush also makes portability a non-issue.
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Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
Investing in proactive engineering, DevOps and product best practices for portability and orchestration will pay dividends.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
With its portability, ease of use, and fun customization options, the Kodak Step Slim is a fantastic companion for anyone who loves photography or creating on-the-go memories.
—New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2024
The Beats Solo Buds are a great pick for those who prioritize portability and platform flexibility without compromising on sound and call quality.
—Prakhar Khanna, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
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Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
Investing in proactive engineering, DevOps and product best practices for portability and orchestration will pay dividends.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
With its portability, ease of use, and fun customization options, the Kodak Step Slim is a fantastic companion for anyone who loves photography or creating on-the-go memories.
—New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2024
The Beats Solo Buds are a great pick for those who prioritize portability and platform flexibility without compromising on sound and call quality.
—Prakhar Khanna, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for portability
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“Portability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/portability. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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