salon
salon Lexical Profile
salon Game Scores & Validity
• noun
An establishment where a hairdresser, beautician, or stylist conducts business and provides personal care services to clients.
"She booked an appointment at the salon to get a haircut and a manicure before the wedding."
A regular social gathering of eminent artists, writers, and intellectuals, historically held in a prominent person's home to discuss ideas and culture.
"During the Enlightenment, her Parisian salon became a central hub for philosophers and progressive thinkers."
A formal reception room or drawing room in a large house, traditionally used for entertaining guests.
"After dinner, the aristocratic host invited his guests to retire to the salon for brandy and conversation."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from French 'salon' (reception room), from Italian 'salone' (large hall), an augmentative of 'sala' (room or hall), which ultimately derives from a Germanic source.
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