peddle
peddle Lexical Profile
peddle Game Scores & Validity
• verb
To promote or disseminate an idea, rumor, or theory persistently (often used disapprovingly of false or questionable claims).
"Critics accused the commentator of trying to peddle baseless conspiracy theories to a gullible audience."
To try to sell goods by going from house to house or from place to place.
"The traveling merchant used to peddle handmade kitchenware across the rural villages."
To sell illegal drugs or stolen goods.
"The authorities arrested several individuals who were attempting to peddle contraband near the port."
Word Nuance & Usage
Do not confuse 'peddle' (to sell goods or promote ideas) with its homophones 'pedal' (to operate the foot levers of a bicycle or instrument) and 'petal' (a colored leaf-like part of a flower).
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in the 16th century as a back-formation from the Middle English noun 'peddler' (originally 'pedder'), which likely derived from the dialectical word 'ped', meaning a pannier or wicker basket used to carry wares.