currently-expressed
|cur-rent-ly-ex-pressed|
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/ˈkɜrəntli ɪkˈsprɛst/
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/ˈkʌrəntli ɪkˈsprɛst/
(express)
not communicated
Etymology
Etymology Information
'express' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exprimere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'primere' meant 'to press.'
Historical Evolution
'exprimere' transformed into the Old French word 'espresser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'express' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to press out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to communicate or convey.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing something that is being communicated or shown at the present time.
The artist's emotions are currently-expressed through her latest painting.
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Last updated: 2025/05/11 00:24