expansion slot

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

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of expansion slot¹

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

It’s not immediately clear from the leaked images how big the display on the Logitech G Gaming Handheld is, but one image reveals there’s a potential mute switch and microSD card expansion slot.

From The Verge

Both models can have additional storage added through an expansion slot for one PCIe Gen 4.0 M.2 NVMe SSD, provided it has its own heatsink.

From The Verge

You’ll have to physically remove the console’s cover, unscrew the expansion slot cover and mount an internal solid-state drive, such as this WD_Black SSD.

From Seattle Times

The SSD includes a heatsink specifically designed to fit inside the M.2 SSD storage expansion slot inside the PS5.

From The Verge

This new 980 Pro model will sit neatly inside the PS5’s M.2 SSD expansion slot Sony also recommends a heatsink on compatible SSDs.

From The Verge