A slot is a narrow opening, especially one for receiving something, as a letter or coin. It may also refer to a position in a series or sequence, such as a job or a place on a team’s roster. The term is also used to refer to an area in a game, such as the high slot on an ice hockey rink where a defenseman can take a blistering slap shot.

A machine that accepts cash or, in the case of ticket-in/ticket-out machines, paper tickets with barcodes, and provides credits based on a pay table. Most slot machines have a theme, and symbols and other bonus features are aligned with that theme. Some slots have progressive jackpots, which increase with each spin of the reels.

The process of establishing priorities and scheduling work to complete specific tasks at various times during the day. This method of scheduling helps to improve productivity, meet deadlines and ensure that team members are aware of important meetings or project milestones.

A slit or other narrow opening, especially one for receiving something, such as a letter or coin. It may be square or round, or a combination of both shapes. A slot may be formed by cutting or machining, as well as by adding a slit to an existing piece of material. A slot can be used to hold a pin or other fastener, or as a channel for running a wire. It can also be used to hold a disk drive or similar hardware.