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expansion slot

American  

noun

Computers.

  1. a connection in a computer, especially a personal computer, to which a new board or card can be added to expand the computer's capabilities.

expansion slot British  

noun

  1. a physical electronic interface provided in a computer system to enable extra facilities to be added easily at a later date

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Etymology

Origin of expansion slot

First recorded in 1980–85

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