flea market

noun

: a usually open-air market for secondhand articles and antiques

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An excellent way to source unique bedroom furnishings that do not break the bank is by turning to secondhand retailers, ranging from vintage stores to flea markets to online offerings such as Facebook Marketplace. Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 30 Dec. 2025 Swap meets—flea markets where venders hawk everything from secondhand clothing and kitchenware to fresh produce and cleaning products—could be mistaken for the mercados in the central plazas of Tepic or Hermosillo. Jordan Salama, New Yorker, 30 Dec. 2025 Pick up one-of-a-kind finds at the flea market or antique store. Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025 Lacking funds, Rainer began to trawl the city’s local flea markets for old paintings, which were cheaper to buy than fresh canvases. News Desk, Artforum, 23 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for flea market

Word History

Etymology

translation of French Marché aux puces, a market in Paris

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of flea market was in 1891

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“Flea market.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flea%20market. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.

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flea market

noun
: a usually outdoor market for secondhand articles and antiques
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