Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
waiting-list
noun
/ˈweɪtɪŋ lɪst/
Definition
A list of people or items that are waiting for something, typically for a service or to obtain a position.
Examples
- The new restaurant has a waiting-list for reservations due to high demand.
- She added her name to the waiting-list for the concert tickets.
- The waiting-list for the scholarship was long, so it took a while to hear back.
Meaning
The waiting-list refers to a system that keeps track of individuals who are awaiting the opportunity to access a service, join a group, or receive a product that is currently unavailable.
Synonyms
- queue
- backorder list
- reservation list
