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Definition of pitchman

pitchman

/ˈpɪtʃ.mən/
pitch · man
Plural:pitchmen
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• noun

1

North American A salesperson who advertises or sells products using high-energy, persuasive, and often flamboyant appeals, either in public spaces or through broadcast media such as television commercials and infomercials.

Example

"The charismatic television pitchman convinced thousands of late-night viewers to buy the multi-purpose kitchen gadget."

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• Rhymes for pitchman

• Nearby Words

pitcher plant
pitcherful
pitchfork
pitchman
pitchout
pitchperson
pitchside

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in late 19th-century American English from 'pitch' (originally referring to the specific spot where a street vendor set up a stall or tent, and later the persuasive talk used to attract a crowd) combined with 'man'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pitchman. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pitchman
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