barker

Meanings

• noun

  A person who loudly announces or sells goods or services, especially on a street or in a public place.

  - "The barker at the circus encouraged the crowd to come closer and see the amazing acts."
  - "Despite the barker's loud announcements, no one came to buy his used cars."

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Pronunciation

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Synonyms

barking iron , spruik , tout

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with barker
harker , sparker , arker

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Variants

List of all variants of barker that leads to same result
barker , barkers , Granville-Barker , Harley Granville Barker , Harley Granville-Barker

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Etymology

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Originated from the Old English word 'bergan,' meaning 'to keep, guard, or protect.' The modern term 'barker' developed from the use of the barker's loud voice to attract customers and protect their sales.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'barker' is sometimes used metaphorically to describe someone who loudly and persistently promotes an idea or cause.

2. In the early 20th century, barkers were often employed by traveling circuses and carnivals to attract customers and sell tickets.

3. The term 'barker' is also used in the world of horse racing to describe the person who calls out the odds and encourages betting.

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Related Concepts

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1. hawker: A similar term to barker, often used interchangeably, but with a slightly more negative connotation, implying the sale of lower-quality or used goods.

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Culture

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The barker has been a common figure in literature, particularly in works depicting carnivals and circuses. Barkers have also been portrayed in music, such as in the song 'Barker' by The Black Angels.

How to Memorize "barker"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a loudspeaker or a megaphone, and visualize a person holding it and making loud announcements to attract customers.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'barker' with the image of a carnival or circus, and imagine the loud, excited voice of someone trying to sell tickets or goods.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a phrase such as 'Bright And Loud Karney Entertainer' to help remember the definition of barker.

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