Meaning of the word "funeral parlor" in English

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funeral parlor

US /ˈfjuːnərəl ˈpɑːrlər/
UK /ˈfjuːnərəl ˈpɑːlə/

Noun

an establishment where the dead are prepared for burial or cremation and where wakes and funerals are held

Example:
The family chose a local funeral parlor to handle the arrangements.
Many people gathered at the funeral parlor to pay their respects.