Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
long-queue
noun
/lɔːŋ kjuː/
Definition
A long queue refers to a situation where a considerable number of people are waiting in line for a service or to enter a place. This can often denote a delay or the need for patience.
Examples
- There was a long queue outside the concert venue, as everyone eagerly awaited the doors to open.
- I didn’t realize there would be a long queue at the grocery store during the weekend.
- The long queue at the airport check-in made us worry about missing our flight.
Meaning
The term ‘long queue’ is commonly used to describe an extended line of individuals waiting their turn, typically in a public setting such as shops, ticket counters, or events.
Synonyms
- line
- row
- waitlist
- queue
- procession
