A narrow notch, groove, slit, or opening, as a keyway in machinery or a slit for a coin in a vending machine. Also, a position in a group, series, or sequence: Her TV show is in the eight o’clock slot on Thursdays.

A slot is a dynamic placeholder that waits for content (passive slot) or calls out to be filled by a scenario (active slot). When using slots, it is recommended that you use one scenario per slot type.

When playing a slot, you should always read the pay table. This will tell you the prize value, winning symbol combinations, and which bet sizes correspond to each prize. It will also give you information on other wagering options, like side bets. This information can make your gambling experience more fun, and it will help you better understand the payouts of each slot game. The pay table can usually be found on the slot itself, or through a ‘help’ or ‘i’ button on the machine’s touch screen. You can also ask a slot attendant for assistance.