Retail Operations Terminology

noun a short journey taken to perform a specific task or chore

• I need to run an errand to the post office to mail some important documents.
• I have to do a quick errand at the grocery store to pick up some milk.
• I'm just gonna do a little errand at the pharmacy, be right back.
• Taking care of that small errand will clear the path for bigger tasks ahead.

noun a device operated by a key, combination, or keycard and used to secure a door, gate, or container

verb to fasten with a lock

adverb in a manner that secures something with a lock

• The security guard will lock up the building at the end of the day.
• Don't forget to lock up before you leave the house.
• I always make sure to lock up tight when I'm out of town.
• She felt like she had to lock up her emotions to protect herself from getting hurt.

noun a situation in which a product is not currently available for immediate delivery but can be ordered for future delivery

• The product is currently on back order and will be shipped as soon as it becomes available.
• Sorry, but your item is on back order so it might take a little longer to arrive.
• They ran out of stock so my order got put on back order.
• His patience was on back order as he waited for her to make up her mind.