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slotman

slotman

1 7.9
A person who operates, fixes, and checks slot machines in a casino
  • noun
  • /ˈslɑtˌmæn/
  • US
: operador de máquinas tragamonedas
  • The slotman made regular rounds to ensure all the slot machines were working properly.

Examples

  • Many slotmen work long hours on weekends.

  • The slotman checked the machines for any malfunctions.

  • The slotman quickly fixed the malfunctioning slot machine on the casino floor.

  • If you have a problem with a machine, ask the slotman for help.

  • The slotman carefully monitored the machines to ensure they were functioning properly.

  • As a slotman, he enjoyed interacting with players and assisting them with any issues.

  • The casino hired a new slotman to oversee the maintenance of their extensive range of machines.

Surface Forms

slotman singular
slotmen plural

Morphology

slotman = slot + man (transparent) = slot + man

Clearly composed of 'slot' (here meaning slot machine) + 'man' meaning a person who works with them; the occupational meaning is directly inferable.

Etymology

The word slotman is simply the parts slot and man: slot means a 'narrow opening' (think of a coin slot or the 'slot machine'), and man means a person or worker. So a slotman is a worker who looks after, fixes, and checks the casino's slot machines.