Definition of backlog
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: a large log at the back of a hearth fire
2
: an accumulation of tasks unperformed or materials not processed
a backlog of court cases
backlog
verb
backlogged; backlogging; backlogs
Definition of backlog (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of backlog was in 1684
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