salon

/ˈsælɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A room or establishment where hairdressing and beauty treatments are given, or a gathering or event for discussing or displaying artistic or intellectual interests.

“She booked an appointment at the new hair salon downtown.”

2. noun

A type of formal dance or ball, especially one where the guests dress in fancy clothes.

“The charity gala was a grand salon where the rich and famous attended.”

3. verb

To present or discuss in a salon setting.

“The artist salonned her latest sculpture to a packed audience.”

4. verb

To decorate or embellish something with intricate designs.

“The artisan salonned the intricate patterns on the antique vase.”

Synonyms

  • beauty parlor
  • parlor

Antonyms

  • messy
  • unrefined