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Definition of expressed - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
clear communicationclearly stated or communicated
- Her expressed wishes were to avoid any confusion..
2.
biologyTECH. transcribed in genetic contextTECH.
- The gene was expressed in the cell.
3.
cookingRare squeezed out, as juice from fruitRare
- The recipe called for two cups of expressed lemon juice..
Origin of expressed
Latin, ex- (out) + pressare (to press)
Terms with expressed included in their meaning
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creative expression
human creativity expressed through various physical media
mathematics
part of a whole expressed in hundredths
forceful expression
expressed in a forceful or emphatic way
communication
complaint expressed in a low, surly tone
oral communication
language expressed through speech rather than writing
not said aloud
not expressed in spoken words
annoying complaint
complaint expressed in an annoying way
text
content expressed in written form
language marks
information expressed in letters, printed or carved onto material
communication
language expressed in writing, not speech
communication
formal ask for something that is expressed in writing
mathematics
capable of being expressed as a ratio of two integers
communication
clearly declared or expressed in words or writing
communication
not clearly expressed or understood
emotion
kept inside and not expressed
sarcastic reply
respond sarcastically to negate urgency expressed by can't wait
communication
be communicated or expressed successfully
expression
expressed in an overly dramatic or emotional way
passionately
expressed with deep passion and emotion
mathematics
expressed or represented using digits or figures
expression
expressed in a pleasant, clear, or effective way
large release
large amount of something released or expressed at once
clarification
expressed in another way for clarity
emotion
be expressed freely and uncontrollably
Examples of expressed in a sentence
The expressed rules were easy to follow. The protein was expressed in the tissue. Certain genes are expressed during development. The chef added expressed orange juice to the sauce. Expressed oil from the olives was used in the dressing.
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- French:exprimé, manifesté, ...
- German:ausdrücklich, exprimiert, ...
- Italian:espresso, manifestato, ...
- Spanish:expreso, expresado, ...
- Portuguese:expresso, manifestado, ...
- Chinese:明确的, 表达的, ...
- Japanese:明確な, 発現した, ...
- Arabic:مُعَبَّر عَنْهُ, مُعَبَّر عَنْهُ, ...
- Hebrew:מְבֻטָּא, סָחוּט, ...
- Russian:выраженный, экспрессированный, ...
- Ukrainian:чітко виражений, виражений, ...
- Hindi:व्यक्त, ट्रांसक्राइब, ...
Definition of express - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
communicationtr./intr. show thoughts or feelings using words or actionstr./intr.
- She expressed her joy with a big smile.
2.
rapid transporttr. send something quickly using a special servicetr.
- They expressed the package to arrive by tomorrow.
3.
extractiontr. extract a substance by pressing or squeezingtr.
- He expressed the juice from the orange.
4.
chemistrytr. TECH. translate genetic information into proteinstr. TECH.
- The gene is expressed in the liver cells.
Noun
1.
transportationfast train with few stops
- The express arrived in the city in two hours.
2.
communicationUS mail sent by a rapid systemUS
- The express mail reached its destination overnight.
3.
busUS fast bus with limited stopsUS
- We took the express to get downtown quickly.
Adjective
1.
transportationmoving quickly without unnecessary stops
- The express train arrived in record time.
2.
servicedesigned for rapid service
- We used the express delivery for the package.
3.
clarityclearly stated or shown
- She gave express instructions to follow the plan.
Adverb
1.
deliveryusing a special delivery service
- She sent the letter express to make sure it reached him quickly.
2.
quicklyDated in a fast manner like a quick trainDated
- The package was delivered express to ensure it arrived on time.
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mail sent by a rapid system
Expressions with express
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quick abduction for a small ransom
Express kidnapping is common in some urban areas.
communicate doubts or concerns about something
She expressed reservations about the new policy.
service that sends parcels or documents much faster than usual
We chose express delivery to make sure the contract arrived by tomorrow.
show feelings through words or actions
She expressed emotion through her heartfelt speech.
show emotions through words or actions
She found it hard to express feelings in front of others.
train making limited stops for faster travel
The express train to New York departs at 5 PM.
handled with high importance for quick delivery
The express-mail package arrived the next day.
communicate happiness or delight by words, gestures, or behavior
She expressed joy when the baby finally laughed.
checkout aisle for customers with few items
I used the express lane to buy my snacks quickly.
delivery service that transports packages very quickly between places
We sent the documents overseas by express courier yesterday.
clear permission given in direct words for something to happen
The surgeon needed the patient’s express consent before starting the procedure.
say you are sorry for someone's loss or sadness
I called to express my condolences after her father died.
convey emotions through words or actions
He expressed his sentiments with a heartfelt letter.
convey one's own feelings or views
She finds it hard to express herself honestly in front of large audiences.
clearly stated requirement written into a contract or legal document
Payment within thirty days was an express condition of the agreement.
high-speed elevator serving select floors
The express elevator takes you directly to the 50th floor.
for a clear and specific reason or goal
He came with the express purpose of helping us.
show amusement through laughter or smiles
She couldn't help but express mirth at the joke.
trust created intentionally with clear documentation
The lawyer drafted an express trust for the inheritance.
using one's legs for walking instead of transport
We missed the bus, so it's ankle express.
fast shipping service that carries packages by airplane
We sent the documents by air express to meet the deadline.
clearly stated agreement in a legal context
The court reviewed the express assumpsit between the two parties.
high-velocity rifle for big game hunting
He loaded his express rifle before the safari began..
Origin of express
Latin, ex- (out) + pressare (to press)
Examples of express in a sentence
The children expressed excitement with loud cheers. Please express the documents to our London office. She expressed the replacement part overnight. She expressed the oil from the olives. They expressed the sap from the tree. These cells express the protein under specific conditions.
Scientists observed how the bacteria express the gene. We took the express to reach faster. The express was delayed due to weather. She sent the documents via express to ensure quick delivery. The express arrived faster than the regular mail service. The express was faster than the local bus. We caught the express to avoid traffic. We took the express bus to the city. The express service guarantees next-day delivery. We took the express train to save time. The express checkout lane was much faster. The contract contains an express ban on resale. He acted without her express permission. The package was sent express to ensure fast delivery. They chose to ship the documents express for urgency. She sent the documents express to meet the deadline. The express service ensured the letter arrived the next day.
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- French:exprimer, express, ...
- German:ausdrücken, Expresszug, ...
- Italian:esprimere, espresso, ...
- Spanish:expresar, expreso, ...
- Portuguese:expressar, expresso, ...
- Chinese:表达, 特快列车, ...
- Japanese:表現する, 特急, ...
- Arabic:عَبَّرَ, قِطَار سَرِيع, ...
- Hebrew:לְהַבִּיעַ, רַכֶּבֶת מְהִירָה, ...
- Russian:выражать, экспресс, ...
- Ukrainian:висловлювати, експрес, ...
- Hindi:व्यक्त करना, एक्सप्रेस, ...
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