waiting list

noun
a list of persons waiting, as for reservations, appointments, living accommodations, or admission to a school.
Also, waitlist.


Origin:
1895–1900

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waiting list
 
n
a list of people waiting to obtain some object, treatment, status, etc

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Waiting list is always a great word to know.
So is doohickey. Does it mean:
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
a gadget; dingus; thingumbob.
Example sentences
My student is hoping to emerge off the waiting list at his preferred school.
When your name reaches the top of the waiting list, you will be screened for
  suitability and eligibility.
There is always a waiting list, and an especially big one this year.
Make sure there isn't a long waiting list for that housing.
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