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

1. a time assigned on a schedule or agenda
   • the TV program has a new time slot
   • an aircraft landing slot