Thesaurus results for ALCOVE

alcove

noun

ˈal-ˌkōv

as in pavilion

a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views a small alcove in one corner of the backyard garden

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as in corner

a hollowed-out space in a wall an ancient vase in an alcove and a sculpture of Achilles on a stand in the museum's Greek Hall

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Recent Examples of alcove The alcoves on the rotunda's first level long held Iowa units' battle flags, including the 2nd Infantry's scarred banner. —

Bill Steiden, Des Moines Register, 24 Mar. 2026 At Cala Cavone—a jut of rock fringed with crashing waves—self-service loungers, espresso, and snacks are stored in an alcove in the cliff. —

Kristina Kasparian, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026 The arched alcove in the bedroom and botanical wallpaper in the bathroom are delightful touches. —

Payton Turkeltaub, Vogue, 12 Mar. 2026 Entering this top floor unit, the great room is to the left, with lofty nine-foot ceilings, custom bookshelves, and a rather striking alcove. —

Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 9 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for alcove

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Noun

Then, they were escorted to the second floor, which houses its Korean restaurant, tea pavilion, and library.

— Glamour, Glamour, 9 Apr. 2026
The convention will spotlight 350 vendors inside the Expo’s pavilion.

— Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 7 Apr. 2026