n.
Pronunciation: ' pär-l ə r
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 >