Parlour

usgb/ˈpɑːrlər/
noun

A room in a house used for relaxation and entertainment.

She invited her guests into the parlour to have tea and converse.
Visual representation of "parlour" - A room in a house used for relaxation and entertainment

Often appears as...

  • parlour room
  • parlour suite
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Historical Elegance

Originally indicated a grand and formal space for hosting, linked to a luxurious lifestyle.

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The manor's parlour remains a testament to its historical grandeur.
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Antique Charm

In modern homes, a parlour may be a cozy, nostalgic area reminiscent of past eras.

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Their Victorian home features a charming parlour with original furniture.
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Not Commonplace

The term 'parlour' is less common today and might not be used in everyday language to describe a living room.

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My grandmother calls her living room the parlour, but we just call it the living room.
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