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Meaning of the word express in English

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express

US /ɪkˈspres/
UK /ɪkˈspres/
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Verb

1.

convey (a thought or feeling) in words or by gestures and behavior

Example:
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She wanted to express her gratitude.
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He struggled to express his feelings.
Synonym:
articulatecommunicateconveystateutter
2.

send (something) by a rapid transport or delivery service

Example:
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Please express this package for urgent delivery.
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They decided to express the documents overnight.
Synonym:
dispatchsendshiptransmit

Adjective

1.

operating at high speed

Example:
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The express train arrived on time.
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We took the express lane to avoid traffic.
Synonym:
fastrapidswiftquick
2.

clearly and explicitly stated

Example:
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The contract contained an express clause about termination.
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He gave an express command to proceed.
Synonym:
explicitcleardirectunambiguousunequivocal

Noun

1.

a fast train or bus that makes few stops

Example:
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I took the express to the city center.
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The express service delivers packages overnight.
Synonym:
fast trainfast busrapid service

Adverb

1.

by express delivery or transport

Example:
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Send it express to ensure it arrives tomorrow.
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The package was delivered express.
Synonym:
rapidlyswiftlyquicklyfast
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Related Word:
expressionexpress mailself-expressionexpress lane