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salon

[səˈlɑːn]

salon Definition

  • 1a place where people, especially women, go to have their hair cut, coloured, and styled
  • 2a regular social gathering of eminent people (especially writers and artists) at the house of a woman prominent in high society

Using salon: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "salon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm going to the salon to get my hair done.

  • Example

    She hosts a weekly salon for artists and writers at her home.

  • Example

    The salon was filled with chatter and laughter as guests mingled and enjoyed refreshments.

salon Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for salon

Idioms Using salon

  • in the public eye or under public scrutiny

    Example

    As a celebrity, she is always in the salon and has to be careful about her public image.

  • the social maneuvering and power struggles that occur in high society

    Example

    She was well-versed in salon politics and knew how to navigate the complex social dynamics of high society.

  • the social elite or high society

    Example

    She was a fixture in salon society and was known for hosting elegant gatherings at her home.

Phrases with salon

  • a place where people can receive beauty treatments like facials, manicures, pedicures, and massages

    Example

    She spent the afternoon at the beauty salon getting a facial and a massage.

  • classical music that was composed for and performed in salons during the 19th century

    Example

    The pianist played a beautiful piece of salon music during the concert.

  • salon des refuses

    an art exhibition held in Paris in 1863 for artists whose works had been rejected by the official Salon

    Example

    The Salon des Refusés gave artists who had been rejected by the official Salon a chance to showcase their work.

Origins of salon

from French 'salon', meaning 'large room'

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Summary: salon in Brief

A 'salon' [səˈlɑːn] is a place where people, especially women, go to have their hair cut, coloured, and styled. It also refers to a regular social gathering of eminent people, especially writers and artists, at the house of a woman prominent in high society. The term extends into phrases like 'beauty salon' and idioms like 'in the salon,' referring to being in the public eye or under public scrutiny.

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