A narrow notch or groove, as in a keyway in machinery or a slit for coins in a vending machine. Also, a position in a group, sequence, or series: He was assigned to that time slot.
In video games, a slot is the area where a player inserts money (or in ticket-in, ticket-out machines, a paper ticket with a barcode). The machine then spins the reels and arranges symbols in combinations that pay out credits based on the pay table. The symbols vary with each game, but classics include fruit, bells, and stylized lucky sevens. The player can select the number of coins to insert in a slot and then press a spin button or touch a screen to start the game.
Some experts recommend limiting the amount of time you spend playing slot machines and seeking help if you think you have a gambling problem. Others recommend using self-regulation techniques, such as setting limits on your gambling time and avoiding slot machines when you are under stress.
In the context of offer management, a slot is an individual unit of a campaign or deal that you configure and set up through the Service Center. There are several important slot properties that you must understand to use offer management effectively.