peddle
5 synonyms for peddle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To sell goods, especially in small quantities or door to door.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use peddle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
peddle goods
peddle drugs
peddle lies
Etymology
A back-formation from "pedlar" (someone who sells goods while traveling), the way "burgle" was formed from "burglar."
Full origin of peddle →Frequently asked questions
What does “peddle” mean?
The word “peddle” means to sell goods, especially in small quantities or door to door. In plain terms, to sell something (often door to door or small-time), or more broadly to spread claims or rumors.
How do you pronounce “peddle”?
“Peddle” is pronounced PEH-duhl (/ˈpɛdəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “peddle” in a sentence?
Here is “peddle” used in a sentence: “He used to peddle vegetables from a cart around the neighborhood.”
What part of speech is “peddle”?
“Peddle” is a verb.
How many meanings does “peddle” have?
“Peddle” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to sell goods, especially in small quantities or door to door.
