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pitchman

pitch·man [ píchmən ] (plural pitch·men [ píchmən ])


noun 
Definition:
 
1. spokesman in commercial: somebody, especially a man, who is a spokesperson in a TV or radio commercial

2. persuasive salesman: somebody, especially a man, who is a very persuasive salesperson or advertiser

3. dealer in cheap merchandise: somebody, especially a man, who sells small or cheap items, especially on the streets or at carnivals

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