checkback

/ˈtʃɛkˌbæk/

Definitions

1. noun

A delay in a shipment or delivery, often caused by a lack of inventory or a problem with the supply chain.

“Due to the checkback, the customer’s order was delayed by several days.”

2. verb

To delay a shipment or delivery, often due to a lack of inventory or a problem with the supply chain.

“The supplier checkbacked the shipment until the inventory issue was resolved.”

Synonyms

  • delay
  • holdup

Antonyms

  • advance
  • expedite