express meaning and definition

EXPRESS noun

Definition of express (noun)

1. mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
   • synonyms: express mail
2. public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops
   • "he caught the express to New York"
   • synonyms: limited
   • antonym: local
3. rapid transport of goods
   • synonyms: expressage

EXPRESS verb

Definition of express (verb)

1. give expression to
   • "She showed her disappointment"
   • synonyms: evince, show
2. articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
   • "She expressed her anger"; "He uttered a curse"
   • synonyms: give tongue to, utter, verbalise, verbalize
3. serve as a means for expressing something
   • "The painting of Mary carries motherly love"; "His voice carried a lot of anger"
   • synonyms: carry, convey
4. indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
   • "Can you express this distance in kilometers?"
   • synonyms: state
5. manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait)
   • "Many of the laboratory animals express the trait"
6. obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action
   • "Italians express coffee rather than filter it"
   • synonyms: extract, press out
7. send by rapid transport or special messenger service
   • "She expressed the letter to Florida"

EXPRESS adjective

Definition of express (adjective)

1. not tacit or implied
   • "her express wish"
2. without unnecessary stops
   • "an express train"; "an express shipment"

EXPRESS adverb

Definition of express (adverb)

1. by express
   • "please send the letter express"