Meaning of the word saloon in English
What does saloon mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
saloon
US /səˈluːn/
UK /səˈluːn/
Noun
1.
a public room or building for a specified purpose
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The hotel has a grand saloon for banquets.
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The ship's main saloon was elegantly decorated.
2.
(especially in the western US) a public house or bar
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The cowboys gathered at the saloon after a long day.
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He walked into the dusty old saloon.
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3.
a car body type with a closed passenger compartment and a separate boot/trunk
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He drove a sleek black saloon car.
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The new model is available as a saloon or an estate.
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