time slot
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Definition
Noun: A specific, allocated period within a scheduled sequence or agenda. It refers to a designated interval reserved for a particular event, broadcast, or activity.
Usage
A "time slot" is used to refer to a fixed, scheduled period. It is commonly used in contexts like broadcasting, transportation, appointments, and event planning to denote when something is officially planned to occur.
Examples
- The network moved the popular show to a better time slot.
- Please select an available time slot for your appointment on the website.
- The conference schedule includes a time slot for questions after each presentation.
Advanced Usage
- "To secure a time slot": To successfully obtain or reserve a scheduled period.
- We need to secure a prime time slot for the product launch announcement.
- "Prime time slot": A highly desirable broadcast period, typically in the evening with the largest audience.
- Advertising during a prime time slot is very expensive.
Variants and Related Words
- Slot (noun): Can be used more generally for a position in a schedule, list, or plan. "Time slot" is a specific type of slot.
- He has a slot open for a meeting at 3 PM.
Synonyms
- Scheduling slot
- Broadcast slot
- Appointment window
- Time period (in a schedule)
Related Phrases
- Landing slot: A specific time allocated for an aircraft to land at a busy airport.
- The airline was granted a new landing slot at the congested airport.
Noun
- a time assigned on a schedule or agenda
- the TV program has a new time slot
- an aircraft landing slot