short cut

verb (used with object), short-cut, short-cut·ting.

1. to cause to be shortened by the use of a shortcut.

verb (used without object), short-cut, short-cut·ting.

2. to use or take a shortcut.

noun

1. a route that is shorter than the usual one
2. a means of saving time or effort

verb short-cut -cuts, -cutting or -cut

3. (intr) to use a short cut