express definition

1. mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
2. public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops
• examples: he caught the express to New York
3. rapid transport of goods
4. give expression to
• examples: She showed her disappointment
5. articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
• examples: She expressed her anger
• examples: He uttered a curse
6. indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
• examples: Can you express this distance in kilometers?
7. manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait)
• examples: Many of the laboratory animals express the trait
8. send by rapid transport or special messenger service
• examples: She expressed the letter to Florida
9. not tacit or implied
• examples: her express wish
10. without unnecessary stops
• examples: an express train
• examples: an express shipment
11. by express
• examples: please send the letter express