Meaning of the word back-order in English
What does back-order mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
back-order
US /ˈbæk ˌɔːr.dɚ/
UK /ˈbæk ˌɔːr.dɚ/
Noun
1.
a request to buy goods that are not available now but will be available in the future:
Example:
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The luggage company's offices are full of back orders for its signature bags.
Verb
1.
to request to buy goods that are not available now but will be available in the future:
Example:
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Gas masks were being back ordered while public health officials sought to play down the risks.
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