Peddler
/ˈpɛd.lər/noun
A person who sells goods, typically in small quantities and often traveling from place to place.
Did you know?In medieval times, peddlers were often seen as wandering spirits, bringing both goods and tales from distant lands, embodying the very essence of trade magic.
Etymological Timeline
Middle English
English
pedlere
“A traveler or itinerant seller.”
Old French
Old French
pedler
“To sell or trade goods.”
Late Latin
Latin
pedalis
“Of the foot, relating to walking.”
Proto-Germanic
Proto-Germanic
pædaz
“To travel or move around.”
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
ped-
“To walk or to tread.”