1. plural of parlor; formal living rooms in homes used for entertaining guests
2. plural of parlor; commercial establishments providing specific services

Examples

• The Victorian mansion had two elegant parlors for receiving visitors.
• Many old houses featured formal parlors that were rarely used.
• Ice cream parlors were popular gathering places in the 1950s.
• Beauty parlors offered hair styling and manicure services.
• The funeral parlors in town provided compassionate service to families.
• Pizza parlors became common in American neighborhoods.
• Massage parlors advertised relaxation therapy services.