alcoves

[US]/ˈælkoʊvz/
[UK]/alˈkoʊvz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a recess or small room in a wall, often used as a storage space or for seating.; a sheltered area in a garden, often with a roof and open sides.; a secluded or private place.

Example Sentences

the library had cozy alcoves perfect for reading.

we carved out a small alcove in the garden for our plants.

sunlight streamed into the alcoves, illuminating the dust motes.

the ancient temple featured intricately carved alcoves along its walls.

she curled up in a cozy alcove, lost in a good book.

the architect designed the living room with built-in alcoves for storage.

he found a quiet alcove in the bustling marketplace to escape the noise.

each alcove was adorned with tapestries and antique furniture.

the children played hide-and-seek among the alcoves in the library.

he used the alcove as a makeshift office, with his computer and files neatly arranged.

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