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express

ex·press

express

 
 
pronunciation:
ihk spres
parts of speech:
verb, adjective
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part of speech: verb
inflections: expresses, expressing, expressed
definition: to make thoughts or feelings known by saying or writing.
The president's speech expressed his ideas on education.
synonyms:
convey, state
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part of speech: adjective
definition: without stopping; fast.
We sent the important letter by express mail.
synonyms:
direct
antonyms:
local
similar words:
fast, rapid
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derivations: expressible (expressable) (adj.), expresser (n.)
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