1. (n.) A broad, flat, wooden bar; a slat or sloat.

2. (n.) A bolt or bar for fastening a door.

3. (n.) A narrow depression, perforation, or aperture; esp., one for the reception of a piece fitting or sliding in it.

4. (v. t.) To shut with violence; to slam; as, to slot a door.

5. (n.) The track of a deer; hence, a track of any kind.

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