A slot is a narrow notch or groove, especially one for receiving something, such as a coin in a machine. It can also refer to a position or role, such as in a sequence or series of events. It can also mean an opening, such as a window or vacancy. The slot in the roof of a car, for example, allows rainwater to drain out of the car.
A special feature in a slot game that lets you win extra prizes or bonus rounds by pressing a button. This is not as common as it once was but is still a nice extra feature to have.
In sports, a slot receiver is a wide receiver who runs both short and deep routes, typically in the NFL. These players are usually shorter and faster than traditional wide receivers, but they have excellent route running skills and can track defenders well.
The paytable in a slot game explains how much you can win for specific symbol combinations, as well as any bonus rounds or other features. Some slots allow you to choose the number of paylines, while others are fixed and require you to wager on all available lines.
Some slots keep a percentage of every bet and add it to a progressive jackpot, which can grow to millions of dollars before it is hit. This jackpot is not available in all casinos and only some games offer this feature.