Definition

The act of selling goods or services in a public place, often by shouting or calling out to attract customers.

Example

The street vendor was engaged in hawking his wares to passersby.

Conversation

Have you ever seen someone hawking their products on the street?

Yeah, it's quite a sight! They really try to grab your attention.

I wonder if it’s effective for them in sales.

It must be, or they wouldn't keep hawking them like that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To sell goods or services in a public place, often by shouting or calling out to attract customers.

Example

The street vendor was hawking fresh fruits and vegetables to passersby.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that guy hawking his wares at the market yesterday?

Yeah, I noticed him! He was really enthusiastic about it.

I wonder if he makes a good living hawking stuff like that.

Root Explanation

Hawking originates from the Old English word 'hafoc' (meaning hawk) combined with the suffix '-ing' (meaning belonging to or related to). The term 'hawking' refers to the practice or activity related to hunting with hawks.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hawk' as the bird used in hunting, and '-ing' indicates an activity. So, 'hawking' is the activity related to hunting with hawks.

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