Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

on-order

Adjective

/ˈɒnˈɔːrdər/

Definition

Referring to goods that have been requested but have not yet been delivered or received.

Examples

The store displays an ‘on-order’ status for popular electronics that will arrive next week.
Customers can place items on-order to ensure they receive the latest models as soon as they become available.
Many companies manage their inventory efficiently by keeping track of products that are currently on-order.

Meaning

The term is often used in retail or inventory management to indicate that items are in the process of being supplied or are expected to arrive soon, even though they are not currently available in stock.