Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
huckster
noun
ˈhʌk.stər
Definition
A huckster is a person who sells goods, typically in a small or informal manner, often associated with street vending or door-to-door sales.
Examples
- He worked as a huckster, selling fresh fruits and vegetables at the local market.
- She felt like a huckster as she tried to persuade her friends to buy the new product.
- The huckster at the fair boasted about his goods to attract customers.
Meaning
The term can imply a sense of being pushy or deceptive in selling practices.
Synonyms
- Vendor
- Merchant
- Trader
- Salesperson
