waiting list
noun /ˈweɪtɪŋ lɪst/
/ˈweɪtɪŋ lɪst/
(North American English also wait list)
- a list of people who are waiting for something such as a service or medical treatment that is not yet available
- There are no places available right now but I'll put you on a waiting list.
- There's a waiting list to join the golf club.
- (British English) The government has promised to cut hospital waiting lists.