BACKLIST
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Backlist.
Backlist - as a noun
A list of older books available from a publisher, as opposed to the frontlist of more recent titles.
Backlist - as a verb
To hold back a student's application (to a college etc.) based on whether a preferred candidate declines their offer.
Example: "I have not heard back from the college yet: i must have been backlisted."
To place (a book) on a backlist.
Example Sentences
"The publisher decided to reissue some of their popular out-of-print books from their backlist."
"The author's backlist included several bestselling novels."
"After the success of her latest release, the publisher decided to give her entire backlist a new marketing push."
"The bookstore had a dedicated section for backlist titles, offering customers a chance to discover older books."
"The backlist titles often generate a steady income for authors, even years after their initial publication."
Word Game Points
Is BACKLIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backlist is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BACKLIST has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is BACKLIST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backlist is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBACKLIST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is BACKLIST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backlist is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBACKLIST has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
