Associations to the word «Shortcut»

Wiktionary

SHORTCUT, noun. A path between two points that is faster than the commonly used paths.
SHORTCUT, noun. A method to accomplish something that omits one or more steps.
SHORTCUT, noun. (computing) (in the Microsoft family of operating systems) A symlink (symbolic file link); especially, one that appears as an icon.
SHORTCUT, noun. A keyboard shortcut - a combination of keystrokes that provides easier access to a command or operation
SHORTCUT, verb. (Discuss([/2016/?action=edit&section=new&preloadtitle=%5B%5BShortcut%5D%5D +]) this sense) To take or use a shortcut
SHORTCUT KEY, noun. (computing) A key or key combination involved in a keyboard shortcut.
SHORTCUT KEYS, noun. Plural of shortcut key

Dictionary definition

SHORTCUT, noun. A route shorter than the usual one.

Wise words

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