Mobile

/ˈmoʊ.bɪl/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A work of art that is constructed to move, or to have parts that move, freely.
The artist created a stunning mobile that danced gently in the breeze.
A mobile phone.
He upgraded his mobile to the latest model with advanced features.
adjective
Able to move or be moved freely or easily.
The mobile phone can be used anywhere, making it convenient for users.
Relating to or designed to be used while traveling or on the move.
The mobile app allows users to access their accounts from anywhere.
Capable of movement; not fixed in one place.
She enjoyed a mobile lifestyle, frequently traveling and experiencing new cultures.

Etymology

Late Middle English, from Latin mobilis, from movere 'to move'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mobile device
A portable computing device such as a smartphone or tablet.
mobile home
A prefabricated structure built on a chassis that can be moved.
mobile network
A communication network that allows users to connect wirelessly.

Related Words

mobility
The ability to move or be moved freely and easily.
mobilize
To prepare and organize for active service or use.

Slang Meanings

A mobile phone or smartphone.
I just got a new mobile.
Referring to a mobile app.
There's a cool mobile that helps with grocery shopping.