backlog
Translation
backlog, accumulation, arrears
Examples
I have a huge backlog of work to do.
I have a huge backlog of work to do.
The company has a backlog of orders to fill.
The company has a backlog of orders to fill.
Grammar Patterns
a backlog of ((sth.)) an accumulation of (sth.) I have a backlog of emails to answer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: accumulation, pileup, arrears
Etymology
From 'back' (behind) and 'log' (a piece of wood). It suggests logs piling up behind, waiting to be processed.
Memory Tips
Imagine a pile of logs in your 'back' yard that you need to deal with. This represents the accumulated work.