slot machine

noun

1

: a machine whose operation is begun by dropping a coin into a slot

2

: an originally coin-operated gambling machine that pays off according to the matching of symbols on wheels spun by a handle

also : an electronic version of this machine

Examples of slot machine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The new law allowed casinos and slot machines in hotels, as well as online gambling and bookmaking. —Dominique Soguel, The Christian Science Monitor, 31 May 2024

During construction, the temporary casino will continue to operate and is set to add 12 live table games and 56 slot machines in early summer, along with additional parking. —Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 31 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

slot machine

noun

1

: a machine whose operation is begun when a coin is dropped into a slot

2

: a coin-operated gambling machine that pays off for the matching of symbols on wheels spun by a handle