Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a-laundry-list
idiom
/ə ˈlɔːndri lɪst/
Definition
A long or detailed list of items, tasks, or considerations.
Examples
- My boss gave me a laundry list of tasks to complete by Friday.
- After the meeting, I had a laundry list of follow-up items.
- The project comes with a laundry list of requirements that must be met.
Meaning
The term originates from the laundry industry, where it referred to a list of items sent to the laundromat. Today, it is commonly used to describe any extensive list of things that need to be addressed or accomplished.
Synonyms
- long list
- itemized list
- checklist
- to-do list
