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Noun chapman has 2 senses
  1. Chapman, John Chapman, Johnny Appleseed - United States pioneer who planted apple trees as he traveled (1774-1845)
    --1 is a kind of pioneer
  2. chapman - archaic term for an itinerant peddler
    --2 is a kind of
    peddler, pedlar, packman, hawker, pitchman

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Chapman

Noun - Singular

Definition: 1. A peddler or seller of goods, typically a person who travels from place to place. 2. An informal term for a man or fellow. Sample Sentence: 1. The chapman peddled his wares door-to-door in the small villages. 2. Hey chapman, do you have a moment to chat?

Noun - Plural

Definition: 1. A surname of English origin, derived from the occupation of a merchant. 2. A Scottish term for a peddler or hawker. Sample Sentence: 1. The Chapmans have been successful businessmen for generations. 2. The Scottish marketplace was bustling with chapmans selling their wares.

Adjective

Definition: 1. Relating to or characteristic of a peddler or hawker. 2. Informal usage meaning excellent or outstanding. Sample Sentence: 1. The chapman lifestyle requires constant traveling and selling skills. 2. The concert was absolutely chapman, with mind-blowing performances.

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