Meaning & Definition of word "Hawking"

Hawking

/ˈhɔː.kɪŋ/

1. The act of selling goods, typically in a public place and often in a loud or brazen manner.
- Example: The hawking of various wares at the market drew a large crowd.
2. A method of selling by calling attention to the products being offered.
- Example: He earned his living by hawking newspapers on street corners.

1. To sell goods or services in a public space, often through calling out or shouting.
- Example: She was hawking homemade crafts at the local fair.
2. To make announcements or promote items vocally.
- Example: The vendor was hawking his hot dogs while trying to attract customers.

Derived from the Middle English 'hawke', which refers to a bird of prey used in falconry.

hawk a product:

To aggressively promote or sell a product, often in a public setting.

to hawk one's wares:

To sell goods, especially in an informal or makeshift market.

hawking your talent:

Promoting or showcasing one’s skills or services to potential clients.

peddler:

A person who sells goods, typically in small quantities and often in public places.

falconry:

The art of training and flying birds of prey for hunting.

vendor:

A person or company offering something for sale, especially in a market.

Meaning: To hawk something means to sell it quickly or aggressively.

Example Sentence: He's hawking old electronics online.

Meaning: Hawking can also refer to an aggressive sales pitch.

Example Sentence: She was hawking her new startup at the conference.