Waitlisting

Pronunciation: /ˈweɪtˈɫiˈstɪŋ/

Waitlisting (noun)

  1. The process of adding your name to a list so you can join or receive something if a place becomes available.
  2. A system where people are kept on a list until an opening appears, then they are offered the opportunity in order.

Examples

  • The waitlisting grows when demand rises quickly.
  • We joined the waitlisting to get a chance later.

Waitlisting (verb)

  1. To put someone’s name on a list for later consideration because there is no available place or time right now.

Examples

  • They waitlist new applicants when classes are full.
  • The system waitlists you if there is no availability.