noun
hawker
HAW-kuh
Hawker (noun) means a person who sells goods in the street or from place to place, often calling out to attract buyers. Example: “A hawker was selling roasted chestnuts on the corner.”
noun
1
A person who sells goods in the street or from place to place, often calling out to attract buyers.
"A hawker was selling roasted chestnuts on the corner."
2
Someone who trains or handles hawks; a falconer.
"The old hawker released the bird into the morning air."
How to use hawker
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA street vendor who sells goods, often loudly and on the move, or someone who works with trained hawks.
Common pairings
a street hawker
hawker centre
hawker stall
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Etymology
Likely from Low German or Dutch hoker, related to the English word "huckster," both describing a street seller.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “hawker” mean?
The word “hawker” means a person who sells goods in the street or from place to place, often calling out to attract buyers. In plain terms, a street vendor who sells goods, often loudly and on the move, or someone who works with trained hawks.
How do you pronounce “hawker”?
“Hawker” is pronounced HAW-kuh (/ˈhɔkɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hawker” in a sentence?
Here is “hawker” used in a sentence: “A hawker was selling roasted chestnuts on the corner.”
What part of speech is “hawker”?
“Hawker” is a noun.
Where does the word “hawker” come from?
The word “hawker” comes from German. Likely from Low German or Dutch hoker, related to the English word "huckster," both describing a street seller.
How many meanings does “hawker” have?
“Hawker” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who sells goods in the street or from place to place, often calling out to attract buyers.
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