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Meaning of shortcut

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

shortcut

Pronunciation:/ˈʃɔːtkʌt/

noun

Definitions

  1. A path between two points that is faster than the commonly used paths.

  2. A method to accomplish something that omits one or more steps.

  3. (in the Microsoft family of operating systems) A file that points to the location of another file and serves as a quick way to access it.

    Example: There are shortcuts to some of my favourite applications on my desktop.

  4. A keyboard shortcut: a combination of keystrokes that provides easier access to a command or operation.

verb

Definitions

  1. To take or use a shortcut