Slot ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Slot ( noun )

1. A long, narrow aperture or hole, especially one for inserting coins in a vending machine or for admitting air or light.
2. A position in a hierarchy or organization.
3. A period of time that is officially allocated for a particular activity.
4. A space in a machine or container, into which something can be inserted.

Origin:

Mid 19th century: probably from dutch slot "a bolt, lock", from sluiten "to shut".

Examples:

1. The coin slot on the vending machine.
2. The slot for the key.
3. The slot for the SIM card.
4. The slot in the schedule.
5. The time slot on the radio.

(As a verb)

Slot ( verb )

1. A long, narrow aperture or hole, especially one for inserting coins in a vending machine or for admitting air or light.
2. A position in a hierarchy or organization.
3. A period of time that is officially allocated for a particular activity.
4. A space in a machine or container, into which something can be inserted.

Origin:

Mid 19th century: probably from dutch slot "a bolt, lock", from sluiten "to shut".

Examples:

1. The coin slot on the vending machine.
2. The slot for the key.
3. The slot for the SIM card.
4. The slot in the schedule.
5. The time slot on the radio.