Time slot or timeslot? Meaning and spelling
A time slot is a set period of time reserved for something: an appointment, a delivery window, a class or a TV show. The standard spelling is two words: time slot. Timeslot as one word is common in software and booking systems but is less standard in edited writing.
Examples
- Pick a time slot for your appointment: 10:00–10:30 or 2:00–2:30.
- The show moved to the 9 p.m. time slot.
- Delivery time slots fill up quickly before holidays.
- "Slot" alone also works: "Is there a slot free on Friday?"
Spelling
| Spelling | Status |
|---|---|
| time slot | Standard, dictionary form |
| timeslot | Common variant, especially in apps and code |
| time-slot | Occasional, mostly before a noun ("time-slot booking") |
Related words: appointment, booking, window, shift, block, session. Scheduling across time zones? The meeting planner finds a time slot that works for everyone, and the time zone converter translates one.
Questions people ask
Is timeslot one word?
The standard form is two words, "time slot". "Timeslot" is a common variant, especially in software.
What does time slot mean?
A period of time set aside for a particular activity, such as an appointment, a broadcast or a delivery.
Sources
Related: words and idioms about time · "clock it" meaning · what is time?
Last updated October 21, 2026.