Basic Details
Word: Pedlar
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A person who sells goods, often by travelling from place to place.
Synonyms: Traveller, Hawker, Vendor
Antonyms: Customer, Buyer
Idioms and Phrases
- Up and down the street: Travelling around a specific area frequently. Example: "The pedlar was seen up and down the street, offering his goods to the locals."
- Sell like hot cakes: To sell very quickly or easily. Example: "The pedlar's handmade crafts were selling like hot cakes at the fair."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The pedlar walked through the village, calling out to attract customers to his cart.
Example 2: At the market, a pedlar set up his stall full of colourful scarves and jewellery.
Example 3: The local children loved it when the pedlar came by with his selection of sweet treats.
Fun Fact
Did you know that pedlars have been around for centuries? In medieval times, they played a crucial role in trade by bringing goods to rural areas that didnt have shops.
Famous Quote
"Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas A. Edison - This reflects the hard work often seen in those like pedlars who create their own opportunities.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pedlar" mean?
a) A person who buys goods
b) A person who sells goods while travelling
c) A person who trades stocks
d) A person who fixes cars
Answer: b) A person who sells goods while travelling
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pedlar"?
a) Vendor
b) Teacher
c) Builder
d) Gardener
Answer: a) Vendor
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "pedlar"?
a) Seller
b) Traveller
c) Customer
d) Merchant
Answer: c) Customer
4. Which sentence uses "pedlar" correctly?
a) The pedlar climbed the tree to pick apples.
b) The pedlar sold his wares at the annual fair.
c) The pedlar was driving a bus full of people.
d) The pedlar swam across the river with his merchandise.
Answer: b) The pedlar sold his wares at the annual fair.
5. What does "sell like hot cakes" mean?
a) To sell slowly
b) To sell quickly or easily
c) To sell expensive items
d) To sell very few items
Answer: b) To sell quickly or easily
