ˌport-eˈlectric, a.
[See porte-.]
Carrying by electricity: applied to a proposed system of electric traction for transmission of parcels, etc.
| 1890 Globe 14 Nov. 3/1 The Portelectric car is an air cylinder 10 inches in diameter, 12 feet long, and 350lb. in weight. It runs on two wheels, one above, the other below, along an elevated railroad which supports the..hollow coils. |