Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
costermonger
noun
/ˈkɒstəmʌŋɡə/
Definition
A costermonger is a person who sells fruits and vegetables from a cart or street stall.
Examples
- In the bustling market, the costermonger shouted to attract customers.
- The costermonger had the freshest apples in the neighborhood.
- During the summer, many costermongers set up their stalls in the park.
Meaning
The term is mainly used in British English to refer to a street seller, particularly one who sells fresh produce.
Synonyms
- street vendor
- hawker
- fruit seller
