approximation vs shortcut

approximation

noun
  • An imprecise solution or result that is adequate for a defined purpose. 

  • The act of bringing together the edges of tissue to be sutured. 

  • The act, process or result of approximating. 

shortcut

noun
  • A method to accomplish something that omits one or more steps. 

  • A keyboard shortcut: a combination of keystrokes that provides easier access to a command or operation. 

  • A path between two points that is faster than the commonly used paths. 

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

verb
  • To take or use a shortcut 

How often have the words approximation and shortcut occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )