1
: a recessed place : concavity: such as
a
: an architectural member with a concave cross section
b
: a trough for concealed lighting at the upper part of a wall
2
: a small sheltered inlet or bay
3
a
: a deep recess or small valley in the side of a mountain
b
: a level area sheltered by hills or mountains
Examples of cove in a Sentence
Noun (1)
a secluded cove that smugglers once used
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Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
The following day is left intentionally open-ended—travelers may take a private boat from the hotel to Positano, visiting quiet coves and swimming spots along the way, or stay on property for a painting lesson on the terrace with a local artist.
—AFAR Media, 17 Oct. 2025
Smith Mountain Lake is the centerpiece of Smith Mountain Lake State Park, which boasts peaceful coves and waterways, as well as more than a dozen scenic hiking trails and a swimming beach.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
Looking to build on the success of its Vinnie boots, the brand expanded the collection into sculptural sandals and wedges for spring — in hues like citrine, cove blue and sunset pink.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The South Laguna stretch of beaches, including Treasure Island, is popular for its dramatic high cliffs, rocky outcroppings and remote coves.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
The following day is left intentionally open-ended—travelers may take a private boat from the hotel to Positano, visiting quiet coves and swimming spots along the way, or stay on property for a painting lesson on the terrace with a local artist.
—AFAR Media, 17 Oct. 2025
Smith Mountain Lake is the centerpiece of Smith Mountain Lake State Park, which boasts peaceful coves and waterways, as well as more than a dozen scenic hiking trails and a swimming beach.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
Looking to build on the success of its Vinnie boots, the brand expanded the collection into sculptural sandals and wedges for spring — in hues like citrine, cove blue and sunset pink.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cove
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“Cove.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cove. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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