locutorium

[ loh-kyoo-tawr-ee-uhm, -tohr-, lok-yoo- ]

noun

, plural lo·cu·to·ri·a [loh-ky, oo, -, tawr, -ee-, uh, -, tohr, -, lok-y, oo, -].

1. parlor ( def 4 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of locutorium¹

First recorded in 1765–75; Latinized form of locutory

Example Sentences

The locutorium or parlour where leave was given to them to converse, there being silence enforced in other parts.

From Project Gutenberg

This was inserted in 1874 in the wall in the same position as the former door into the monks' locutorium or parlour.

From Project Gutenberg

The Locutorium, or monks' parlour, lies between the chapter-house and the north transept of the church.

From Project Gutenberg