saloon

English

/səˈlun/

noun
Definitions
  • (US) A tavern, especially in an American Old West setting.
  • (British) A lounge bar in an English public house, contrasted with the public bar.
  • (British) The most common body style for modern cars, with a boot or trunk.
  • The cabin area of a boat or yacht devoted to seated relaxation, often combined with dining table.
  • (rail transport) the part of a rail carriage or multiple unit containing seating for passengers.
  • (living room in a house)

Etymology

Derived from French salon (reception room, salon, living room, saloon) derived from Italian salone (large hall, hall) derived from Proto-Germanic *salą (house, dwelling, hall) derived from Proto-Indo-European *sol-.

Origin

Proto-Indo-European

*sol-

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