Definition

A person who sells newspapers, magazines, and other printed materials.

Example

The newsdealer on the corner always has the latest magazines.

Conversation

Have you seen that new newsdealer that opened downtown?

Yeah, I went there yesterday! They have a great selection.

I love how they also sell some cool magazines.

For sure! It's nice to have more options in the area.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Newsdealer → It is formed from "news" (from Middle English *newes*, meaning new information or reports) and "dealer" (from Old English *dælian*, meaning to distribute or share). A newsdealer is someone who distributes or sells news, typically through newspapers or magazines.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'distributes' ('dealer') 'new information' ('news') — that's why a newsdealer is a person who sells news.

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