Definitions of express:

  • noun:   rapid transport of goods
  • noun:   public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes a limited number of scheduled stops
    Example: "He caught the express to New York"
  • noun:   mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
  • verb:   manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait)
    Example: "Many of the laboratory animals express the trait"
  • verb:   articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
    Example: "She expressed her anger"
  • verb:   give expression to
  • verb:   send my rapid transport or special messenger service
    Example: "She expressed the letter to Florida"
  • verb:   indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
    Example: "Can you express this distance in kilometers?"
  • verb:   obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action
    Example: "Italians express coffee rather than filter it"
  • verb:   serve as a means for expressing something
  • adjective:   not tacit or implied
    Example: "Her express wish"
  • adjective:   without unnecessary stops
    Example: "An express train"
  • adverb:   by express
    Example: "Please send the letter express"