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peddle

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛd(ə)l/
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Definition of peddle

verb

[with object]
  • try to sell (something, especially small goods) by going from place to place:he peddled printing materials around the country
  • sell (an illegal drug or stolen item): (as noun peddling)youths involved in drug peddling
  • promote (an idea or view) persistently or widely:the giant con that has been peddled in the Conservative press

Origin:

early 16th century: back-formation from pedlar

On the confusion of peddle and pedal, see pedal1 (usage).

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