massage parlor

noun

: an establishment that provides massage treatments
also : one offering sexual services in addition to or in lieu of massage

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Edward Burke that outlawed nudity in massage parlors. Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 23 June 2025 Shooting locations include Belinda’s room, (Suite #45), as well as the show’s spa (with massage parlors shot at Bophut). Jordan Riefe, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Feb. 2025 Sandwiched between high-shine mega-malls and the pricey Tanglin district, it's long felt a bit sleepy, with a smattering of karaoke lounges and red-light massage parlors. Chloe Sachdev, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Dec. 2024 Industries where trafficking victims are forced to work include hospitality, restaurants, agriculture, construction, landscaping, factories, home care, salons, massage parlors, retail, janitorial and many more, officials said. Natalie Demaree, Miami Herald, 5 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for massage parlor

Word History

First Known Use

1906, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of massage parlor was in 1906

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“Massage parlor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/massage%20parlor. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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