Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coster
noun
/ˈkɒstər/
Definition
A coster is a person who sells goods, especially fruits and vegetables, in the street or marketplace.
Examples
- The coster called out prices as he wheeled his cart through the busy market.
- Every Saturday, she would visit the local coster to buy fresh produce.
Meaning
The term is often associated with sellers of food items, particularly in urban areas, where they may operate from a cart or stall.
Synonyms
- hawker
- vendor
- peddler
