Learning Slot Machine Terms
Slot machines are one of the more popular games being played in the casino. In order to guarantee a worthwhile experience playing these games, knowledge of the most commonly used terms in slot machines is vital.
Rhythm Play. This is a strategy or technique in controlling the reels of a slot machine to generate a winning combination by timing the pulling of the lever.
Random Number Generator. This is a computer chip found inside a slot machine that generates numbers when the slot machine is not in use. The numbers stand for combinations of symbols. When a coin goes into the slot machine, the RNG lands on a number awaiting the players to either push a button or pull a lever which initiates the spinning of the reels. When the spinning of the reels starts, the winning combination is shown on the monitor.
Slot club. This is a term that refers to the program provided by a casino wherein slot machine players are entitled to.
Complimentary gifts or comps. These are monetary rebates received by a player for using the slot machines.
Slot Tournament. This is a term that denotes a kind of casino competition which can cost nothing or collects a certain amount in order to enter the competition.
Spooning. A method of cheating which uses a spoon-shaped gadget to generate a payout by elevating the microswitch so the coins will not be counted as they drop. The amount collected can be more than the total jackpot.
Stops. This refers to a section in the slot machine which consists of symbols and blank spaces.
Stringing. It is another kind of cheating done by inserting a coin to the machine so that it can pull up a coin paving the way for free play.
Tight Slot Machine. These kinds of machines are perceived to be seldom paying out. They are designed to reduce the frequency of producing winning combinations.
Token. It is an optional method of playing slot machines. It represents a certain amount of coins.
Two-Armed Bandits. These are individuals who wander around casino floors attempting to deceive beginner players by working out deals with them or getting a percentage of the jackpot that the beginner failed to get after cashing out.
Vigorish. Another term used for the hold. This represents a portion of the wager maintained by a casino for their income.
Slot machine gambling can be fun and worthwhile but by understanding slot machine jargon, one can make their slot machine experience truly memorable.
