Meaning & Definition of word "Peddle"

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    Peddle

    /ˈpɛd.əl/

    verb:

    • 1. to sell (goods) in small amounts, often by going from place to place.
      • Example: The vendor would peddle homemade crafts at the local market.
    • 2. to promote or publicize an idea or plan persistently.
      • Example: The politician tried to peddle his new policy as a solution to the city's problems.
    • 3. to distribute or deal out narcotics or illegal goods.
      • Example: They were arrested for peddling drugs in the neighborhood.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'pedleren', meaning to sell small items or to hawk.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    peddle one's wares:

    To sell goods or products, especially in a traveling context.

    peddle a story:

    To promote or spread a narrative or rumor.

    peddle a lie:

    To spread or sell a falsehood or deception.

    Related Words

    vendor:

    A person or company offering something for sale.

    hawker:

    A person who sells goods in the street or from a stall.

    trader:

    One who trades goods or services, often on a larger scale.

    Slang Meanings of peddle

    Meaning: To push or promote something aggressively.

    Example Sentence: She was peddling those new diet pills like crazy.

    Meaning: To sell illegal drugs.

    Example Sentence: He's been caught peddling weed in the park.