1. bars or taverns, especially those in the American Old West
Usage: historical
2. large public rooms on ships or trains for passengers
Usage: transportation
3. four-door passenger cars
Usage: British English; automotive

Examples

• The cowboys rode into town and headed straight for the saloons.
• Wild West saloons were often the center of frontier social life.
• The ship’s first-class saloons were elegantly decorated.
• Passengers gathered in the train’s dining saloons for meals.
• The luxury liner featured several spacious saloons for entertainment.
• British car manufacturers produce many popular saloons.
• The new saloons offer excellent fuel efficiency and comfort.