short-circuit (Noun) — Accidental contact between two points in an electric circuit that have a potential difference.
short-circuit (Verb) — Hamper the progress of; impede. ex. "short-circuit warm feelings"
short-circuit (Verb) — Create a short circuit in.
short-circuit (Verb) — Avoid something unpleasant or laborious. ex. "You cannot short-circuit these rules!"