Main Entry: ¹par·lor

Pronunciation: \ˈpär-lər\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English parlour, from Anglo-French, from parler

Date: 13th century

1 : a room used primarily for conversation or the reception of guests: as a : a room in a private dwelling for the entertainment of guests b : a conference chamber or private reception room c : a room in an inn, hotel, or club for conversation or semiprivate uses
2 : any of various business places <a funeral parlor> <a beauty parlor>