Definition of Alcove

Al´cove
n.1.(Arch.) A recessed portion of a room, or a small room opening into a larger one; especially, a recess to contain a bed; a lateral recess in a library.
2.A small ornamental building with seats, or an arched seat, in a pleasure ground; a garden bower.
3.Any natural recess analogous to an alcove or recess in an apartment.
The youthful wanderers found a wild alcove.
- Falconer.


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arbor, bay, belvedere, bower, carrel, conservatory, corner, cove, cranny, cubby, cubbyhole, cubicle, gazebo, glasshouse, greenhouse, inglenook, kiosk, lathhouse, niche, nook, oriel, pagoda, pergola, pitchhole, recess, recession, retreat, roomlet, snuggery, summerhouse

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