Emily Dickinson Lexicon

EX-PRESS', a.

1. Plain; clear; expressed; direct; not ambiguous. We are informed in express terms or words. The terms of the contract are express.
2. Given in direct terms; not implied or left to inference. This is the express covenant or agreement. We have his express consent. We have an express law on the subject. Express warranty; express malice.
3. Copied; resembling; bearing an exact representation. His face express. Milton.
4. Intended or sent for a particular purpose, or on a particular errand; as, to send a messenger express.