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ˈbak-ˌlȯg

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Backlogs as a Noun

1

a large number of jobs or items that are waiting to be finished or processed

We have a huge backlog of orders yet to be filled.

Backlogs in a Sentence

a backlog of court cases

We have a huge backlog of orders yet to be filled.

Word Forms & Grammar

back·logged

back·log·ging

back·logs

backlog

backlogged

backlogging

backlogs

Words That Rhyme With Backlogs

First Known Use

1963

1684

Backlogs: Key Facts

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˈbak-ˌlȯg/
Syllables2
Meaninga large number of jobs or items that are waiting to be finished or processed

Pronouncing Backlogs

Backlogs is pronounced /ˈbak-ˌlȯg/ and has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (bak).

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