plural waiting lists
: a list that contains the names of people who are waiting for something
The country club has a two-year waiting list to become a member. [=people have to wait two years before they can become a member]
I'll put your name on the waiting list.
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“Waiting list.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/waiting%20list. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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