The slot is an area where a player can spin a wheel to increase their winnings. This can be displayed on the screen in a permanent area or (mainly on touchscreen displays) may be available through an interactive series of images, which can be switched between. The machine uses a random number generator to select the symbols that will land on each reel, and it is possible to win if those symbols line up along a payline.

A slot can also refer to:

In the context of gambling, a “slot” is a position in a group, sequence or hierarchy where a person may find employment or be assigned a task. It can also be a specific time frame in which an aircraft may take off or land at an airport, as allocated by air-traffic control. The use of slots has led to huge savings in flight delays and fuel burn, as well as major environmental benefits. This is in contrast to the old system of traffic management, where delays were common and vehicles sat on the road for long periods of time without moving. This practice has now largely been replaced by central flow management. Similarly, slot-based scheduling allows employees to organize work events according to specific time periods. This can be used for everything from planning meetings and consultations to setting important deadlines and establishing project priorities. This approach is especially effective in coordinating work activities with remote team members.