Definition of "shortcut" in inglés

noun

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. (computing, 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.

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

4. (computing) Ellipsis of keyboard shortcut.

verb

1. To take or use a shortcut