parlor

• Nom désignant une pièce dans une maison privée ou un établissement, utilisée pour recevoir les invités, converser et se reposer.

A noun referring to a room in a private home or establishment used for receiving guests, conversation, and relaxation.

1. Reception room in an inn or clubB1formalamerican

   A room in an inn, hotel, or club where visitors can be received and socialize.

   Salon de réception

   • The hotel's parlor was elegantly decorated for afternoon tea.
   • Guests gathered in the parlor to meet the visiting dignitary.
   • The club's parlor is reserved for members and their guests.

   Synonymesdrawing roomloungereception roomsalonsitting room

2. Sitting room in a private houseB1formalamerican

   A room in a private home or establishment designed for relaxation, conversation, and entertaining guests.

   Salon de réception dans une maison privée

   • The family spent the evening in the parlor playing board games.
   • She arranged fresh flowers in the parlor for the dinner party.
   • The old house had a cozy parlor with a fireplace and comfortable chairs.

   Synonymesdrawing roomfront roomliving roomloungereception roomsitting room