Maybe one selling dope for cyclist, we hear? (6)

I believe the answer is:

pedlar

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'maybe one selling dope' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?

I don't understand how the rest of the clue works.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for pedlar that I've seen before include "Itinerant trader" , "Mobile salesman" , "Itinerant vendor" , "Travelling salesman" , "Hawker" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.