Parlor (noun)

1. A room in a house or apartment where people can sit and talk or relax.
2. A room in a public building where people can gather or wait.
3. A business establishment where people gather for a particular purpose, such as a beauty parlor, ice cream parlor.

Origin:

Middle english (in the sense "chamber for receiving guests"): from old french parloir, from parler "speak".

Examples:

1. The parlor was decorated with antique furniture.
2. The parlor was used as a sitting room.
3. The parlor was used as a waiting room.
4. The ice cream parlor was a popular spot on a hot summer day.
5. The beauty parlor offered hair styling and makeup services.