Meaning & Definition of word "Peddling"
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Peddling
/ˈpɛd.lɪŋ/
verb:
- 1. to sell goods, especially in small quantities and often by going from place to place.
- Example: He was peddling homemade jewelry at the local craft fair.
- 2. to promote or deal in an illegal or undesirable product or idea.
- Example: The activist accused the politician of peddling false promises during the campaign.
- 3. to distribute or spread (an idea or concept).
- Example: She was peddling her theories about climate change at the conference.
Etymology
From Middle English 'pedde', to sell small goods.
Common Phrases and Expressions
peddling lies:
Spreading falsehoods or misinformation.
peddling influence:
Using influence to coax or manipulate.
peddling wares:
Selling goods or items, typically in a market.
Related Words
hawker:
A person who sells goods, typically on the street.
vendor:
A person or entity that sells goods or services.
merchant:
A person involved in wholesale trade.
Slang Meanings of peddling
Meaning: Peddling drugs
Example Sentence: He was caught peddling drugs on the street.
Meaning: Peddling fantasies
Example Sentence: The salesman was peddling fantasies about how great their product was.