massage parlor

noun

Synonyms of massage parlornext
: an establishment that provides massage treatments
also : one offering sexual services in addition to or in lieu of massage

Examples of massage parlor in a Sentence

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The murder case of Robert Aaron Long, the suspect in a series of deadly shootings at metro Atlanta spas and massage parlors, has been put on hold after issues with his legal representation. Dan Raby, CBS News, 28 May 2026 Missing evidence raises the question of whether that will be grounds to dismiss the pending criminal case against a couple charged with allegedly using their two massage parlors as a front for prostitution, while concealing massive amounts of cash from taxes. Christin Lazerus, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026 According to Melina, workers in as many as 10 strip clubs and massage parlors were either striking or mobilizing colleagues to strike this weekend. Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 25 May 2026 Brady, however, was visibly uncomfortable during parts of the event, specifically when host Jeff Ross made a joke about Patriots owner Robert Kraft's 2019 arrest for soliciting prostitution in a Florida massage parlor. Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for massage parlor

Word History

First Known Use

1906, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of massage parlor was in 1906

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“Massage parlor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/massage%20parlor. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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