slotted
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈsɫɑtɪd// UK //slˈɒtɪd// slot·ted
adj. having long, narrow holes or openings. You use this to describe something that has been designed to let things slide in or out easily.
adj. provided with one or more narrow apertures or grooves. Often used to describe mechanical components or surfaces designed for drainage or ventilation.
The chef uses a slotted spoon to lift the vegetables.
The server rack features a slotted back panel to allow for better airflow and cable management.
The architect specified slotted timber screens for the facade, balancing the need for privacy with the desire for dappled natural light throughout the atrium.
Usage
Typically used as an attributive adjective before a noun.