Meaning of the word "waiting list" in English

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waiting list

US /ˈweɪtɪŋ lɪst/
UK /ˈweɪtɪŋ lɪst/
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Noun

1.

a list of people who are waiting for something, such as a product, service, or opportunity, that is not immediately available

Example:
There's a long waiting list for tickets to the concert.
We put our names on the waiting list for the new apartment.
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