Definition of express
1a : directly, firmly, and explicitly stated my express ordersb : exact, precise
2a : designed for or adapted to its purposeb : of a particular sort : specific for that express purpose
3a : traveling at high speed; specifically : traveling with few or no stops along the way express trainb : designed or intended to be used for fast movement or travel an express highway with few local exits the express lane at the supermarketc (1) : delivered faster than usual an express shipment (2) British : designated to be delivered without delay by special messenger
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Examples of express in a Sentence
the express lane at the grocery store
a trip to the supermarket with the express purpose of buying milk
Origin and Etymology of express
Middle English, from Anglo-French expres, from Latin expressus, past participle of exprimere to press out, express, from ex- + premere to press — more at press
Synonym Discussion of express
Other Railroad Terms
express
Definition of express
1 obsolete : expressly
2 : by express delivered express
Examples of express in a Sentence
They sent the package express.
First Known Use of express
14th century
express
Definition of express
1a British : a messenger sent on a special errandb British : a dispatch conveyed by a special messengerc (1) : a system for the prompt and safe transportation of parcels, money, or goods at rates higher than standard freight charges (2) : a company operating such a merchandise freight serviced British : special delivery
2 : an express vehicle
Examples of express in a Sentence
He sent the package to us by express.
He takes the express to work.
First Known Use of express
1619
express
Definition of express
transitive verb
1a : delineate, depictb : to represent in words : statec : to give or convey a true impression of : show, reflectd : to make known the opinions or feelings of (oneself)e : to give expression to the artistic or creative impulses or abilities of (oneself)f : to represent by a sign or symbol : symbolize
2a : to force out (something, such as the juice of a fruit) by pressureb : to subject to pressure so as to extract something
3 : to send by express
4 : to cause (a gene) to manifest its effects in the phenotype; also : to manifest or produce (a character, molecule, or effect) by a genetic process
expresser
nounExamples of express in a Sentence
He expressed an interest in meeting her.
She expressed surprise at his rude behavior.
The results can be expressed as a percentage.
The length, expressed in centimeters, is 29.
They expressed the package to us.
Origin and Etymology of express
Middle English, from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French espresser, from expres, adjective
Synonym Discussion of express
EXPRESS Defined for English Language Learners
express
playDefinition of express for English Language Learners
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: said or given in a clear way
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: of a particular kind
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: traveling at high speed with few stops
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Definition of express for English Language Learners
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: by a system that delivers letters and packages quickly : by express
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Definition of express for English Language Learners
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: a system for delivering things (such as letters and packages) quickly
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: a train or bus that travels quickly with few stops
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Definition of express for English Language Learners
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: to talk or write about (something that you are thinking or feeling)
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: to make (your thoughts and feelings) known by doing something other than talking or writing
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: to show (an amount, quantity, etc.) by a sign or a symbol
EXPRESS Defined for Kids
Definition of express for Students
expressed
;expressing
1 : to make known especially in words I expressed my surprise.
2 : to represent by a sign or symbol The amount was expressed as a percentage.
3 : to send by a quick method of delivery
Definition of express for Students
1 : clearly stated an express order
2 : of a certain sort I came for an express purpose.
3 : sent or traveling at high speed express mail
Definition of express for Students
1 : a system for the quick transportation of goods Send your package by express.
2 : a vehicle (as a train or elevator) run at special speed with few or no stops
Medical Dictionary
express
playMedical Definition of express
1: to make known or exhibit by an expression
2a: to force out by pressure express breast milk manually or by electric pumpb: to subject to pressure so as to extract something some pumps express one breast at a time—Paula Lynn Parks
3: to cause (a gene) to manifest its effects in the phenotype a gene selectively expressed in lung tumors; also : to manifest or produce (a character, molecule, or effect) by a genetic process individuals with the gene express symptoms of the disease differentially expressed proteins
Law Dictionary
express
Legal Definition of express
: directly and distinctly stated or expressed rather than implied or left to inference — compare implied
express
Legal Definition of express
: to make known (one's thoughts, ideas, or opinions) by words, conduct, or symbols — see also expression
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