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Webster's 1828 Dictionary

EXPRESS', v.t. [L. expressum, exprimo; ex and premo, to press. See Press.]
1. To press or squeeze out; to force out by pressure; as, to express the juice of grapes or of apples.
2. To utter; to declare in words; to speak. He expressed his ideas or his meaning with precision. His views were expressed in very intelligible terms.
3. To write or engrave; to represent in written words or language. The covenants in the deed are well expressed.
4. To represent; to exhibit by copy or resemblance.
So kids and whelps their sires and dams express.
5. To represent or show by imitation or the imitative arts; to form a likeness; as in painting or sculpture.
Each skilful artist shall express thy form.
6. To show or make known; to indicate.
A downcast eye or look may express humility, shame or guilt.
7. To denote; to designate.
Moses and Aaron took these men, who are expressed by their names. Numbers 1.
8. To extort; to elicit. [Little used.]
EXPRESS', a. Plain; clear; expressed; direct not ambiguous. We are informed in express terms or words. The terms of the contract are express.
1. Given in direct terms; not implied or left to inference. This is the express covenant or agreement. We have his express consent. We have an express law on the subject. Express warranty; express malice.
2. Copied; resembling; bearing an exact representation.
His face express.
3. Intended or sent for a particular purpose, or on a particular errand; as, to send a messenger express.
EXPRESS', n. A messenger sent on a particular errand or occasion; usually, a courier sent to communicate information of an important event, or to deliver; important dispatches. It is applied also to boats or vessels sent to convey important information.
1. A message sent.
2. A declaration in plain terms. [Not in use.]

WordNet (r) 3.0 (2005)

adj
1: not tacit or implied; "her express wish"
2: without unnecessary stops; "an express train"; "an express shipment" n
1: mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system [syn: express, 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" [syn: express, limited] [ant: local]
3: rapid transport of goods [syn: express, expressage] v
1: give expression to; "She showed her disappointment" [syn: express, show, evince]
2: articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise; "She expressed her anger"; "He uttered a curse" [syn: express, verbalize, verbalise, utter, give tongue to]
3: serve as a means for expressing something; "The painting of Mary carries motherly love"; "His voice carried a lot of anger" [syn: carry, convey, express]
4: indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.; "Can you express this distance in kilometers?" [syn: express, 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" [syn: press out, express, extract]
7: send by rapid transport or special messenger service; "She expressed the letter to Florida" adv
1: by express; "please send the letter express"

Merriam Webster's

I. adjective Etymology: 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 Date: 14th century 1. a. directly, firmly, and explicitly stated <my express orders> b. exact, precise 2. a. designed for or adapted to its purpose b. of a particular sort ; specific <for that express purpose> 3. a. traveling at high speed; specifically traveling with few or no stops along the way <express train> b. adapted or suitable for travel at high speed <an express highway> c. British designated to be delivered without delay by special messenger Synonyms: see explicit II. adverb Date: 14th century 1. obsolete expressly 2. by express <delivered express> III. noun Date: 1619 1. a. British a messenger sent on a special errand b. British a dispatch conveyed by a special messenger c. (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 service d. British special delivery 2. an express vehicle IV. transitive verb Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French espresser, from expres, adjective Date: 14th century 1. a. delineate, depict b. to represent in words ; state c. to give or convey a true impression of ; show, reflect d. 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 2. a. to force out (as the juice of a fruit) by pressure b. 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 noun • expressible adjective Synonyms: express, vent, utter, voice, broach, air mean to make known what one thinks or feels. express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces <expressed her feelings in music>. vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words <a tirade venting his frustration>. utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech <utter a groan>. voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words <an editorial voicing their concerns>. broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion <broached the subject of a divorce>. air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention <publicly airing their differences>.

Oxford Reference Dictionary

1. v.tr. 1 represent or make known (thought, feelings, etc.) in words or by gestures, conduct, etc. 2 refl. say what one thinks or means. 3 esp. Math. represent by symbols. 4 squeeze out (liquid or air). Derivatives: expresser n. expressible adj. Etymology: ME f. OF expresser f. Rmc (as EX-(1), PRESS(1)) 2. adj., adv., n., & v. --adj. 1 operating at high speed. 2 also a definitely stated, not merely implied. b archaic (of a likeness) exact. 3 a done, made, or sent for a special purpose. b (of messages or goods) delivered by a special messenger or service. --adv. 1 at high speed. 2 by express messenger or train. --n. 1 a an express train or messenger. b an express rifle. 2 US a company undertaking the transport of parcels etc. --v.tr. send by express messenger or delivery. Phrases and idioms: express rifle a rifle that discharges a bullet at high speed. express train a fast train, stopping at few intermediate stations. Derivatives: expressly adv. (in sense 2 of adj.). Etymology: ME f. OF expres f. L expressus distinctly shown, past part. of exprimere (as EX-(1), premere press)

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

Express Ex*press" ([e^]ks*pr[e^]s"), a. [F. expr[`e]s, L. expressus, p. p. of exprimere to express; ex. out + premere To press. See Press.] 1. Exactly representing; exact. Their human countenance The express resemblance of the gods. --Milton. 2. Directly and distinctly stated; declared in terms; not implied or left to inference; made unambiguous by intention and care; clear; not dubious; as, express consent; an express statement. I have express commandment. --Shak. 3. Intended for a particular purpose; relating to an express; sent on a particular errand; dispatched with special speed; as, an express messenger or train. Also used adverbially. A messenger sent express from the other world. --Atterbury. Express color. (Law) See the Note under Color, n., 8. Syn: Explicit; clear; unambiguous. See Explicit.

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

Express Ex*press", v. t. [imp. & p. p. Expressed; p. pr. & vb. n. Expressing.] [Cf. OF. espresser, expresser, L. exprimere, expressum. See Express, a.; cf. Sprain.] 1. To press or squeeze out; as, to express the juice of grapes, or of apples; hence, to extort; to elicit. All the fruits out of which drink is expressed. --Bacon. And th'idle breath all utterly expressed. --Spenser. Halters and racks can not express from thee More than by deeds. --B. Jonson. 2. To make or offer a representation of; to show by a copy or likeness; to represent; to resemble. Each skillful artist shall express thy form. --E. Smith. So kids and whelps their sires and dams express. --Dryden. 3. To give a true impression of; to represent and make known; to manifest plainly; to show in general; to exhibit, as an opinion or feeling, by a look, gesture, and esp. by language; to declare; to utter; to tell. My words express my purpose. --Shak. They expressed in their lives those excellent doctrines of morality. --Addison. 4. To make known the opinions or feelings of; to declare what is in the mind of; to show (one's self); to cause to appear; -- used reflexively. Mr. Phillips did express with much indignation against me, one evening. --Pope. 5. To denote; to designate. Moses and Aaron took these men, which are expressed by their names. --Num. i. 17. 6. To send by express messenger; to forward by special opportunity, or through the medium of an express; as, to express a package. Syn: To declare; utter; signify; testify; intimate.

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

Express Ex*press", n. [Cf. F. expr[`e]s a messenger.] 1. A clear image or representation; an expression; a plain declaration. [Obs.] The only remanent express of Christ's sacrifice on earth. --Jer. Taylor. 2. A messenger sent on a special errand; a courier; hence, a regular and fast conveyance; commonly, a company or system for the prompt and safe transportation of merchandise or parcels; also, a railway train for transporting passengers or goods with speed and punctuality. 3. An express office. She charged him . . . to ask at the express if anything came up from town. --E. E. Hale. 4. That which is sent by an express messenger or message. [Obs.] --Eikon Basilike. Express office, an office where packages for an express are received or delivered.

Collin's Cobuild Dictionary

(expresses, expressing, expressed) Frequency: The word is one of the 1500 most common words in English. 1. When you express an idea or feeling, or express yourself, you show what you think or feel. He expressed grave concern at American attitudes... He expresses himself easily in English... VERB: V n, V pron-refl 2. If an idea or feeling expresses itself in some way, it can be clearly seen in someone's actions or in its effects on a situation. The anxiety of the separation often expresses itself as anger towards the child for getting lost. = manifest VERB: V pron-refl prep 3. In mathematics, if you express a quantity or mathematical problem in a particular way, you write it using particular symbols, figures, or equations. (TECHNICAL) It is expressed as a percentage. VERB: V n prep 4. An express command or order is one that is clearly and deliberately stated. (FORMAL) The ship was sunk on express orders from the Prime Minister. = explicit ADJ: ADJ n • expressly He has expressly forbidden her to go out on her own. ADV: ADV before v 5. If you refer to an express intention or purpose, you are emphasizing that it is a deliberate and specific one that you have before you do something. I had obtained my first camera for the express purpose of taking railway photographs. = specific ADJ: ADJ n [emphasis] • expressly ...projects expressly designed to support cattle farmers... ADV: ADV before v, ADV prep/to-inf 6. Express is used to describe special services which are provided by companies or organizations such as the Post Office, in which things are sent or done faster than usual for a higher price. A special express service is available by fax... It was sent to us by express mail. ADJ: ADJ n • Express is also an adverb. Send it express. ADV 7. An express or an express train is a fast train which stops at very few stations. Punctually at 7.45, the express to Kuala Lumpur left Singapore station... N-COUNT: oft N to/for n

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia

eks-pres':

In the King James Version of Heb 1:3 "express" has the meaning "exactly resembling the original," as the impress of a seal resembles the figure engraved upon the seal. Thus "express image" in the verse referred to is a good translation (Greek charakter, literally, "engraving" and hence, "impression"); the Revised Version (British and American) "the very image."

Soule's Dictionary of English Synonyms

I. v. a. 1. Squeeze out, press out. 2. Utter, speak, declare, assert, set forth, give vent to, give utterance to. 3. Represent, indicate, show, signify, exhibit, denote, intimate. 4. Send by express, send express. II. a. 1. Explicit, clear, plain, definite, positive, determinate, categorical, unambiguous, clearly stated. 2. Exact, accurate, close, faithful, true, precise. 3. Special, particular. 4. Swift, rapid, fast. III. n. 1. Special messenger or courier. 2. Message, despatch. 3. Speedy conveyance, rapid transmission.

Moby Thesaurus

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