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shortcut

short·cut [ sháwrt kùt ] (plural short·cuts)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. shorter route: a route that is shorter or more direct than the usual one

2. timesaver: a way of saving time and effort in doing something

3. comput quick way of performing computer function: a means of quickly ordering a computer to perform a complicated function, e.g. an icon on a computer screen or a short series of keystrokes


short·cut transitive and intransitive verb
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