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Meaning of the word alcove in English

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alcove

US /ˈæl.koʊv/

UK /ˈæl.kəʊv/

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Noun

a recess, typically in the wall of a room or of a garden

Example:

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The bed was placed in a cozy alcove.

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There's a small statue in the garden alcove.

Synonym:

niche recess bay cubbyhole inglenook

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