English Dictionary

backlog

/ˈbæk.lɒɡ/

noun

A large log to burn at the back of a fire. / A reserve source or supply. / An accumulation or buildup, especially of unfilled orders, unconsumed products or unfinished work.

We gathered some logs for the fire, including a backlog.

意味（1）

A large log to burn at the back of a fire.

While she was preparing my breakfast, I chopped off a backlog and put it on the fire, […]

意味（2）

A reserve source or supply.

意味（3）

An accumulation or buildup, especially of unfilled orders, unconsumed products or unfinished work.

He went to work on Saturday to try to work through the backlog of papers on his desk.

意味（4）

A log containing text previously read, as in text-based video games or chat rooms.