Meaning of the word shortcut in English
What does shortcut mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
shortcut
US /ˈʃɔːrt-/
UK /ˈʃɔːt.kʌt/
Noun
1.
a quicker way to get to a place
Example:
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Let's take a shortcut through the park to save time.
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I know a shortcut to the beach.
2.
a method of achieving something more quickly or efficiently
Example:
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Learning the multiplication tables is a useful shortcut for mental math.
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There are no shortcuts to success; you have to work hard.
3.
a key combination or icon that provides quick access to a function or program on a computer
Example:
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You can create a desktop shortcut to your favorite application.
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Press Ctrl+S as a shortcut to save your document.
Verb
to take a quicker way to get to a place
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We decided to shortcut through the alley to avoid the traffic.
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He always tries to shortcut his way through tasks, often leading to mistakes.