Definitions for backlistˈbækˌlɪst
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
back•listˈbækˌlɪst(n.)
the books that a publisher has kept in print over several years, as distinguished from newly issued titles.
Category: Common Vocabulary
(v.t.)to place on a backlist.
Category: Common Vocabulary
Origin of backlist:
1945–50
Wiktionary
backlist(Noun)
A list of older books available from a publisher, as opposed to the frontlist of more recent titles.
backlist(Verb)
To hold back a student's application (to a college etc.) based on whether a preferred candidate declines their offer.
I have not heard back from the college yet: I must have been backlisted.
backlist(Verb)
To place (a book) on a backlist.
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