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pedlar

Pronunciation: [ˈpɛdlər]

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Learn how to use pedlar in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “commerce”

(noun) a person who travels around selling goods, often without a permanent shop. Imagine someone walking in your neighborhood, showing people items they can buy directly from them.

Example

The pedlar sold beautiful handmade jewelry to the people in the town.

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The pedlar didn't make any sales today because it started to rain.

Example

Have you ever bought something from a pedlar at a festival?

Context: “historical/social”

(noun) a person who sells things door-to-door or in the streets, especially in older times. This was common before there were many stores, and people often bought items directly from these sellers.

Example

In the old days, a pedlar would bring news and goods to remote villages.

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Unlike modern shopping, the pedlar's wares were not available online.

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What kinds of items did pedlars usually sell in the past?

How to pronounce pedlar

Pronunciation: [ˈpɛdlər]

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