Parlor vs. Salon

Parlor vs. Salon — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Parlor and Salon

Parlornoun

The living room of a house, or a room for entertaining guests; a room for talking.

Salonnoun

A large room, especially one used to receive and entertain guests.

Parlornoun

(archaic) The apartment in a monastery or nunnery where the residents are permitted to meet and converse with each other or with visitors from the outside.

Salonnoun

A gathering of people for a social or intellectual meeting.

Parlornoun

A room for lounging; a sitting-room; a drawing room.

Salonnoun

(arts) An art gallery or exhibition; especially the Paris salon or autumn salon.

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Parlornoun

(archaic) A comfortable room in a public house.

Salonnoun

A beauty salon or similar establishment.

Parlornoun

A covered open-air patio.

Salonnoun

gallery where works of art can be displayed

Parlornoun

A shop or other business selling goods specified by context.

Salonnoun

a shop where hairdressers and beauticians work

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Parlornoun

A shed used for milking cattle.

Salonnoun

elegant sitting room where guests are received

Parlornoun

reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received

Parlornoun

a room in a private house or establishment where people can sit and talk and relax