Kneetop

noun

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Noun

1
A portable computer. dated
"A taxonomy of small computers—laptops, palmtops, and kneetops—was just emerging."

Example

"A taxonomy of small computers—laptops, palmtops, and kneetops—was just emerging."

Etymology

From knee + top, as it could be placed on the user's knees. Compare laptop.

Related phrases

portable computer

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