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/ˈʃɔːtkʌt/noun
Elementary
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

A file that points to the location of another file and serves as a quick way to access it.

4

Ellipsis of keyboard shortcut.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing