(computers) A space in memory or on a disk etc., into which a particular type of object can be stored. “The game offers four save slots.”
(sports) A wide receiver that is positioned between the closest offensive lineman on either side and the center and wide receiver in front of them, or on either side of the tight end. This position is often critical for sweeps and slant runs in passing plays. In the past decade or so, teams have increasingly relied on slot receivers, who tend to be shorter and quicker than traditional wide receivers. They also face an increased risk of injury due to their proximity to the line of scrimmage.
In a slot machine, a player inserts cash or, in ticket-in, ticket-out machines, a paper ticket with a barcode, and then activates the machine by pushing a lever or button. The reels then spin and stop to rearrange the symbols, and if the player matches a winning combination as specified by the paytable, the machine pays out credits according to the payout schedule. The symbols on a slot machine vary, but classic symbols include fruits, bells, and stylized lucky sevens.
Winning at a slot machine is mostly luck, but there are strategies that can increase the odds of hitting it big. Learn the rules of different slot games and control what you can (like your wagering limits) to improve your chances of success. For more information, check out our article on how to win at a slot.
