back order — An order for goods that are temporarily out of stock and will be supplied when available
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: An order for goods that are temporarily out of stock and will be supplied when available
Pronunciation (IPA): /bæk ˈɔːrdər/
Korean meaning: 품절 상품에 대한 주문으로, 재고가 확보되면 공급하기로 약속한 주문
Korean pronunciation: 백 **오**더
Example Sentences
- The gaming console was so popular that it went on back order within hours of release.
- My wedding dress is on back order, so I'm keeping my fingers crossed it arrives before the ceremony!
- The company is working overtime to fill all the back orders from Black Friday sales.
back order
NOUN//bæk ˈɔːrdər//
An order for goods that are temporarily out of stock and will be supplied when available
a store clerk points apologetically at empty shelves behind the counter while holding a clipboard. A disappointed customer stands across from the clerk looking at the vacant display area. The clerk writes down the customer's information on the clipboard to record their request. The empty shelves show where popular items should be displayed but are completely bare. Other customers in the background also wait hopefully while pointing at vacant spots on shelves. an order being taken for goods that are temporarily out of stock and will be supplied when available
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He reports the back order on his recorder while the warehouse stays in disorder!
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Origin
1940년대 미국 비즈니스계에서 생겨난 용어로, '뒤로(back)' + '주문(order)'의 합성어입니다. 재고가 없어서 '뒤로 밀린 주문'이라는 의미에서 나왔습니다.
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“The gaming console was so popular that it went on back order within hours of release.”
“My wedding dress is on back order, so I'm keeping my fingers crossed it arrives before the ceremony!”
“The company is working overtime to fill all the back orders from Black Friday sales.”
“He ordered a pizza with extra cheese, but even that simple request ended up on back order during the Super Bowl!”
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