Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
backlog-of-work
Noun
/ˈbæk.lɒg əv wɜːrk/
Definition
A backlog of work is a list of tasks or assignments that have not yet been completed but are expected to be worked on in the future.
Examples
- After the server outage, the tech team had a significant backlog of work to clear.
- Due to the pandemic, many businesses faced a backlog of work that hampered their operations.
- The author faced a backlog of work when they returned from vacation, with several deadlines approaching.
Meaning
It refers to the accumulation of unaddressed tasks that need to be tackled, often indicating that there is more work than can be handled at the moment.
Synonyms
- Queue
- Overdue tasks
- Pile-up
- Pending work
