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.