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express vs ream

ream vs express

express and ream both are nouns.

express is an adjective but ream is not an adjective.

express and ream both are verbs.

express is an adverb but ream is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
express Yes Yes Yes Yes
ream Yes No Yes No
As verbs, ream is a hyponym of express; that is, ream is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than express:
  • express: obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action
  • ream: squeeze the juice out (of a fruit) with a reamer
express (noun) ream (noun)
rapid transport of goods a quantity of paper; 480 or 500 sheets; one ream equals 20 quires
public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops a large quantity of written matter
mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
express (adjective) ream (adjective)
not tacit or implied
without unnecessary stops
express (verb) ream (verb)
articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise enlarge with a reamer
give expression to remove by making a hole or by boring
serve as a means for expressing something squeeze the juice out (of a fruit) with a reamer
indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
send by rapid transport or special messenger service
obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action
manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait)
express (adverb) ream (adverb)
by express
Difference between express and ream

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