A slot (plural slots) is a narrow aperture or groove. A slot is found on a door or window, or in an enclosure such as a box or cage. It can also be found in an aircraft or spacecraft where it is used to hold bolts or screws. Slots are usually made of metal or plastic and are sometimes decorated with patterns or symbols. A slot is a part of a piece of equipment that fits in or around something else, for example, a piece of furniture that can be inserted into a cabinet or room.

The word slot is also a verb, meaning to cut or fit something into place. For instance, one might use a saw to cut a slot into a board or piece of wood to make it a tighter fit. Another use of the term is in air travel, where a passenger might ask to be moved from one seat to another to avoid sitting next to a stranger or to change seats because of a problem such as an odor or a view.

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