also short-cut, shortcut
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A ~ is a quicker way of getting somewhere than the usual route.
I tried to take a ~ and got lost.
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A ~ is a method of achieving something more quickly or more easily than if you use the usual methods.
Fame can be a shortcut to love and money...
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On a computer, a shortcut is an icon on the desktop that allows you to go immediately to a program, document and so on. (COMPUTING)
...ways to move or copy icons or create shortcuts in Windows.
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On a computer, a shortcut is a keystroke or a combination of keystrokes that allows you to give commands without using the mouse. (COMPUTING)
...a handy keyboard shortcut that takes you to the top of the screen.
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