Dictionary definition · express
noun
- mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
- public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops"he caught the express to New York"
- rapid transport of goods
verb
- give expression to"She showed her disappointment"
- articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise"She expressed her anger"
- serve as a means for expressing something"The painting of Mary carries motherly love"
- indicate through a symbol, formula, etc."Can you express this distance in kilometers?"
- manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait)"Many of the laboratory animals express the trait"
- obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action"Italians express coffee rather than filter it"
adjective
- not tacit or implied"her express wish"
- without unnecessary stops"an express train"
adverb
- by express"please send the letter express"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).