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- pronunciation:
- ael
kov
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a separate or recessed part of a room that is partly enclosed.
We like to have breakfast in the little alcove off the kitchen.- synonyms:
- cubbyhole, niche, nook, recess
- similar words:
- bay, booth, carrel, cavity, corner, cove, cubicle, stall
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| definition 2: |
any similar space, as in a garden.
They sat in the garden alcove and told secrets to each other.
- synonyms:
- bower, nook
- similar words:
- covert, haven, recess, retreat
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| related words: |
arbor, grotto, hollow, niche, offset |
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