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"Parlour" is the British spelling; "parlor" is the American spelling. The sentences below provide examples of both spellings:

  • I was escorted to the parlour, where I was greeted by my host.
  • We then played parlor games until it was time for dinner.
  • Joe's girlfriend works in a massage parlor.
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Parlor is the American spelling, parlour the British (and Canadian) spelling. Both are generally acceptable (similar to color and colour).

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