parlor

noun

Meaning

A room in a private house used for the reception and entertainment of guests.

Examples

They kept the parlor pristine for when the neighbors came over for tea.
The antique sofa was the centerpiece of the family parlor.

Synonyms: room, lounge, living room, drawing room

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parlor

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpɑːrlər/

Definition

A room in a private house used for the reception and entertainment of guests.

Examples

They kept the parlor pristine for when the neighbors came over for tea.
The antique sofa was the centerpiece of the family parlor.
She spent her afternoons reading in the quiet parlor.

Synonyms of parlor

Words with a similar meaning to parlor:

room
lounge
living room
drawing room

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