parlor snake

A deceitful and promiscuous man who calls on naive women and carries out most of his dealings in the parlor of the women in question. Somewhat like a snake in the grass. Seen primarily in fiction of the pre-World War I era.

I don't know why she even sees him! He is a complete parlor snake!

by jfw1926 November 25, 2013

Parlor Bear

1. A prostitute
2. A woman of ill-repute.

I'm new in town, where can I find some parlor bear action in this town?

by humungus January 14, 2009

parlor trick

cheap magician trick

that guy dave from M.L.King High is now doing parlor tricks on the corner of lexington and fifth. what a chump.

by amol May 1, 2004

parlor room

A room, usually in bigger houses, that is set away to entertain geusts.
Or
Small, private lounge room

Most likley found in an older or bigger/fancier house

We were sipping tea in the parlor with the captain and his wife.

by Liz December 25, 2003

parlor talker

Someone who acts like they know what they're talking about, or acts like an authority on a subject matter, when in reality they know very little or nothing about the topic being discussed.

I can't believe how many parlor talkers continue to post here as if they were aviation experts.

by Mabbers November 5, 2006

Parlor Date

A date that takes place in the reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received, or a date that takes place in the living room or other room in a private house or establishment where people can sit and talk and relax.

He came to her house for their parlor date. They had planned on enjoying conversation and lemonade.

by MJ Sargent January 13, 2008

parlor pink

A not-quite-Bolshevik that acts like she doesn't really mean it. Cookie-pusher.

Arianna -- from right-winger to parlor pink in fifteen minutes.

by cornholio October 14, 2003