1. plural of parlour; formal sitting rooms in homes used for receiving guests
Usage: British spelling
2. plural of parlour; commercial establishments providing specific services
Usage: British spelling

Examples

• The Victorian mansion had two elegant parlours for entertaining guests.
• Many old houses featured separate parlours and family rooms.
• The neighborhood had several ice cream parlours along the main street.
• Beauty parlours were popular gathering places for women in the community.
• The funeral parlours in town provided compassionate services to grieving families.
• Tea parlours served afternoon refreshments to local residents.