expression

1. expression (noun) — sense 1

Definition: The action of expressing thoughts, ideas, feelings, etc.

Example: There are lots of great actresses who dress beautifully, but in the modern day, nearly all of them use stylists. They may know what they like—when they’re presented with gowns and outfits, they’re perfectly equipped to say yes or no—but you rarely get the sense that what they’re wearing is a true expression of who they are.

2. expression (noun) — sense 2

Definition: A particular way of phrasing an idea.

3. expression (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A colloquialism or idiom.

Example: The expression "break a leg!" should not be taken literally.