a small alcove in one corner of the backyard garden
an ancient vase in an alcove and a sculpture of Achilles on a stand in the museum's Greek Hall
Recent Examples on the WebTwo millenniums ago, such alcoves were common along the routes of Pisidia, a remote and wild region of Anatolia, the Asian part of modern-day Turkey.—Joshua Hammer, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2024 For third-wave coffee shops, vintage shopping, natural wine bars, and more, head to hip alcoves like Plateau, Mile End, or Griffintown, which are a delight to wander around and boast plenty of delicious restaurants as well.—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024 Put up wallpaper: To make the open room feel cozier and more intimate and to distinguish the alcove from the entryway, Grubb suggested covering the now smooth back wall and ceiling with sea-blue grasscloth, which added character and texture to the room.—Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 9 May 2024 The spacious primary suite is extraordinary, featuring a wood-burning fireplace and stunning lake views from a circular alcove lined with picture windows.—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 6 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for alcove
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Word History
Etymology
French alcôve, from Spanish alcoba, from Arabic al-qubba the arch
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