Pronunciation: /ˈbæk.lɑːɡ/

Definitions of backlog

noun an accumulation of uncompleted work or matters awaiting attention or settlement

Example Sentences

A1 I have a backlog of emails to respond to.

A2 The company is facing a backlog of orders due to high demand.

B1 The team is working hard to clear the backlog of work before the deadline.

B2 The project manager is prioritizing tasks to reduce the backlog of unfinished projects.

C1 The backlog of unresolved customer complaints is causing a strain on the customer service team.

C2 The company implemented a new system to streamline processes and eliminate the backlog of paperwork.

Examples of backlog in a Sentence

formal The company is struggling to keep up with the backlog of orders due to supply chain issues.

informal I have a huge backlog of emails to respond to, I really need to catch up.

slang I can't go out tonight, I have a massive backlog of homework to finish.

figurative The backlog of unresolved issues in their relationship eventually led to a breakup.

Grammatical Forms of backlog

past tense

backlogged

plural

backlogs

comparative

more backlogged

superlative

most backlogged

present tense

backlog

future tense

will backlog

perfect tense

have backlogged

continuous tense

is backlogging

singular

backlog

positive degree

backlog

infinitive

to backlog

gerund

backlogging

participle

backlogged

Origin and Evolution of backlog

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'backlog' originated from the nautical term 'log', which referred to a piece of wood attached to a line for measuring the speed of a ship. When a ship was unable to maintain its desired speed, the log would be thrown overboard and would accumulate behind the ship, creating a backlog.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'backlog' transitioned from its nautical origins to refer to a buildup of work or tasks that need to be completed. It is now commonly used in various industries to describe a delay or accumulation of unfinished work.