Peddler

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛdlər/

Definitions of peddler

noun a person who sells goods, typically in small quantities, directly to individuals or small groups

Example Sentences

A1 The peddler sold fruits and vegetables on the street.

A2 The peddler traveled from village to village selling handmade crafts.

B1 The peddler was known for his persuasive sales techniques.

B2 The peddler set up a small shop in the market to sell his wares.

C1 The peddler had a loyal customer base who eagerly awaited his arrival.

C2 The peddler's business thrived as he expanded his product line and reach.

Examples of peddler in a Sentence

formal The peddler traveled from town to town selling his wares.

informal The peddler was going around selling stuff.

slang The peddler was hustling his goods on the streets.

figurative The peddler of lies spread misinformation throughout the community.

Grammatical Forms of peddler

• past tense: peddled
• plural: peddlers
• comparative: more peddler
• superlative: most peddler
• present tense: peddles
• future tense: will peddle
• perfect tense: have peddled
• continuous tense: is peddling
• singular: peddler
• positive degree: peddler
• infinitive: to peddle
• gerund: peddling
• participle: peddling

Origin and Evolution of peddler

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'peddler' originated from the Middle English word 'pedlere' which came from the Old French word 'pedoire' meaning 'to trample'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'peddler' shifted from someone who traveled on foot selling small goods to a more general term for someone who sells goods in a small quantity or informally on the streets.