De laptop
Example: Ik gebruik de laptop om mijn huiswerk te maken.
Definition
"De laptop" refers to a portable personal computer that is small enough to be used on one's lap, allowing users to perform various tasks such as writing, browsing the internet, or completing homework anywhere. It combines mobility with computing power.
Etymology
The word "de laptop" comes from the English term 'laptop,' which literally means a computer that can rest on a person's lap. The Dutch adopted it directly due to the widespread use of portable computers, keeping the original English form to describe this device.
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"De laptop" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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