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Added 9 October 2026

express

/ɪkˈspɹɛs/ noun

Latin root: expressus Wiktionary

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about express at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

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

adjective

Not tacit or implied.
her express wish
Without unnecessary stops.
an express train

adverb

By express.
please send the letter express

Origin

From French exprès, from Latin expressus, past participle of exprimere (see Etymology 2, below).

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