flea market

noun

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

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Ask people about their charms, go into jewelry stores, visit flea markets, and try things on as much as possible. Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 The 21 bedrooms and suites, meanwhile, mix vintage pieces sourced from local flea markets with bespoke furnishings brought to life by Sicilian artisans. Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026 Look for them at antique stores, estate sales, flea markets, and online vintage shops. Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 19 Aug. 2026 Genuine vintage pieces are widely available through flea markets, estate sales, antique malls, Etsy, eBay and Facebook Marketplace. Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 17 Aug. 2026 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 26 Aug. 2026.

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flea market

noun
: a usually outdoor market for secondhand articles and antiques
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