English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com

backlog

0 antonyms and opposites of backlog, grouped by meaning.

Noun — An accumulation of unfinished work, unfilled orders, or unresolved tasks.

How to use backlog

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

clear the backlog a backlog of cases work through a backlog

Etymology

Originally a large log burned at the back of a fire; the figurative "stored-up work" meaning emerged in the 1880s.

Full origin of backlog →

Frequently asked questions

What does “backlog” mean?

The word “backlog” means an accumulation of unfinished work, unfilled orders, or unresolved tasks. In plain terms, a pile-up of unfinished tasks or unfulfilled orders waiting to be dealt with.

How do you pronounce “backlog”?

“Backlog” is pronounced BAKLAWG (/ˈbæk(ˌ)lɔɡ/ in IPA).

How do you use “backlog” in a sentence?

Here is “backlog” used in a sentence: “The support team is working through a huge backlog of tickets.”

What part of speech is “backlog”?

Depending on how it is used, “backlog” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “backlog” come from?

The word “backlog” dates back to around 1880. Originally a large log burned at the back of a fire; the figurative "stored-up work" meaning emerged in the 1880s.

Is “backlog” a common word?

“Backlog” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “backlog” have?

“Backlog” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an accumulation of unfinished work, unfilled orders, or unresolved tasks.

People also searched

Nearby words

← Back to the full definition of backlog
Synonyms and antonyms from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA.