Oxford Dictionary English back order noun noun BrE BrE//ˈbæk ɔːdə(r)// ; NAmE NAmE//ˈbæk ɔːrdər// [countable, uncountable] Add to my wordlistjump to other resultsan order for a product that is not currently available You may either place a back order or choose an alternative product. Those items are on back order.See back order in the Oxford Advanced American DictionaryCheck pronunciation: back order oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com