Queue Definition & Meaning

queue
noun
  1. a line of people or vehicles waiting for something
  2. (information processing) an ordered list of tasks to be performed or messages to be transmitted
  3. a braid of hair at the back of the head
verb
  1. form a queue, form a line, stand in line; "Customers lined up in front of the store"

"Queue" in song lyrics

See how queue is used in real songs:

  • "There's a massive crowd outside so we get into the queue"
    Lily Allen — Friday Night
  • "I keep stepping with my weapon on queue"
    Buckshot f/ 2Pac, Smif-N-Wessun — Brothaz at Armz
  • "So now hes standing in the Dole queue"
    Hilltop Hoods — What the Seasons Change

Words that rhyme with queue

Usage tips for "queue"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "queue" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for queue to find words that pair well.

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