Definitions

1. noun

a narrow opening or groove in a surface, especially one that can be used for inserting something, such as a coin or a card

“She inserted a coin into the slot and turned the handle.”

2. noun

a position or opportunity, especially in a business or professional context

“He managed to secure a slot in the company’s training program.”

3. noun

a narrow opening or passage, especially one in the side of a ship or a building

“The ship’s slot allowed water to flood into the engine room.”

4. verb

to insert something into a slot, especially a coin or a card

“She slotted the card into the machine.”

5. verb

to fit or place something into a particular position or space

“The manager slotted the new employee into the team.”

6. verb

to arrange or schedule something, especially a TV program or a performance

“The station will slot the new show into the prime-time lineup.”