Made known distinctly and explicitly, and not left to inference or implication. Declared in terms; set forth in words. Manifested by direct and appropriate language, as distinguished from that which is inferred from conduct. The word is usually contrasted with “implied.” State Y. Denny, 118 Ind. 449, 21 N. E. 274, 4 L. R. A. 65. Express abrogation. Abrogation by express provision or enactment; the repeal of a law or provision by a subsequent one, referring directly to it. Express assumpsit. An undertaking to do some act, or to pay a sum of money to another, manifested by express terms. Express color. An evasive form of special pleading in a case where the defendant ought to plead the general issue. Abolished by the common law procedure act, 1852, (15 & 16 Vict c. 76,