hawker
UK: ˈhɔːkə | US: ˈhɔːkər
n. a person who travels about selling goods, typically by shouting or attracting attention in public places
The word "hawker" originates from the verb "hawk," meaning to sell goods loudly or aggressively in public, which itself likely derives from the imitation of the persistent cries of street vendors. The suffix "-er" denotes a person performing the action, forming a noun meaning "one who hawks." The term reflects the historical practice of itinerant traders who vocally advertised their wares in markets or streets.
The hawker loudly advertised fresh fruit from his cart.
Street hawkers in the city center offer everything from snacks to souvenirs.
A hawker approached us with a tray of handmade jewelry.
Local regulations require hawkers to obtain permits for operating in public spaces.
The bustling market was filled with the calls of hawkers competing for customers.