noun
- plural of parlor; formal living rooms in homes used for entertaining guests
- plural of parlor; commercial establishments providing specific services
Examples
- The Victorian mansion had two elegant parlors for receiving visitors.
- Many old houses featured formal parlors that were rarely used.
- Ice cream parlors were popular gathering places in the 1950s.
- Beauty parlors offered hair styling and manicure services.
- The funeral parlors in town provided compassionate service to families.
- Pizza parlors became common in American neighborhoods.
- Massage parlors advertised relaxation therapy services.