front parlor

noun

old-fashioned
: a room in the front part of a house or apartment that is used for spending time with guests

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The front parlor, designed to wow guests, still has crown moldings, old pine floors, and a fireplace that may be original. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 19 Feb. 2025 Wrapped in a floral pattern, the adjacent front parlor is where employees can find inspiration perusing the many design books and magazines. — David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2025

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“Front parlor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/front%20parlor. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.

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