A narrow notch, groove or opening, as in a keyway in a lock or a slit for a coin in a vending machine. Also: (uncountable) a position in a group, series, or sequence.
In computing, a memory location or disk space where a certain type of object can be stored. For example, a program might store variables in its main memory or files on its hard drive in specific slots. A slot can be defined by a number of attributes such as its name, size, and BitmapName. These attributes are used by ATG Personalization to select the correct slot for a given scenario or offer. For more information, see the Using Slots chapter in the ATG Personalization Programming Guide.
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A void or gap, as in an awning or in the side of a building.
To create a slot (narrow aperture or groove), as by cutting or machining.
In a game of field hockey or ice hockey, the area directly in front of the net and extending toward the blue line. Also: (slang) the position on the team, especially that of an offensive lineman, in which one plays, after the leader and two wingmen.
Originally, slots were fairly simple to operate. Punters had to keep track of a few paylines and symbols, and winning combinations were limited by the number of possible stops on each reel. But with the advent of microprocessors, manufacturers could program the machines to weight particular symbols, so that a single symbol appearing on a payline might seem to come up often, when in fact its chances were much lower.
The newer types of slot, however, allow for many more combinations and a much larger jackpot. In addition, the newer machines are able to display multiple games at the same time. This allows for more player engagement and makes for an exciting gaming experience.
The slot game is available at several Indian casinos in New Mexico and is also legal in some fraternal and veterans clubs. New Mexico’s gambling regulations require that all electronic slot machines return a minimum of 80% to the players. In addition, the state has a variety of table games and sports betting options.