Huckster

usgb/ˈhʌkstər/
noun

A person who sells small items, usually not in a permanent store but in the street or at the market.

The huckster at the market was selling colorful beads and trinkets.
Visual representation of "huckster" - A person who sells small items, usually not in a permanent store but in the street or at the market

Often appears as...

  • street huckster
  • market huckster
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Street Context

Huckster is often used for vendors in temporary setups outdoors.

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Street hucksters set up their stalls every Sunday at the dawn market.
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Small Wares

The items sold by a huckster are typically inexpensive, everyday objects.

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The huckster's table was laden with handmade soaps and scarves.
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Temporary Seller

A huckster does not usually have a fixed store; their location may change.

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I bought this quirky umbrella from a huckster outside the train station.
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