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short cut

The correct spelling is short cut.

How to pronounce short cut

noun

Say it like: Sho-rt -cut

The correct spelling is short cut. A path between two points that is faster than the commonly used paths. For example: "There are shortcuts to some of my favourite applications on my desktop."

Usage Examples

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

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A path between two points that is faster than the commonly used paths.
  2. 2.A method to accomplish something that omits one or more steps.
  3. 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.
  4. 4.A keyboard shortcut: a combination of keystrokes that provides easier access to a command or operation.

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