Definition of nooknext
as in alcove
a hollowed-out space in a wall books filled every nook in the literature professor's house

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Recent Examples of nook Instead, fog clung to every nook and crevice of the glacial hulks surrounding us. — Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Oct. 2026 The larger, at about 875 square feet, has a sleeping nook, bathroom, and covered porch overlooking the river upstream, while the second, with roughly 520 square feet, includes a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living area, and fireplace. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2026 The wave-like architecture of the banquets means each nook of the restaurant feels private. — Khushbu Shah, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Oct. 2026 The Heeler family home is recreated in uncanny detail—from Bandit’s armchair to the backyard barbecue—with interactive games led by a cheeky garden gnome named Rhonda, music, and secret nooks that delight kids and grown-ups. — Alli Forde, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nook
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Noun
  • While an alcove over the truck roof often serves as part of a pop-up sleeper roof, the version on the X canopy houses an interior storage cubby designed to hold slim gear like an outdoor table and chair set.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Alhambra brings those healing qualities and fresh fragrance into the Cube Spa, which features a seawater pool, two saunas, an ice alcove, and multiple treatment rooms.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Local Halloween shops were opening on every corner, and Party City was [at the time] the main destination.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Wembanyama made a three-point play inside, Julian Champagnie hit a corner 3, and Wembanyama elevated to convert a pass from Stephon Castle into dunk while getting fouled.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

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“Nook.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nook. Accessed 5 Nov. 2026.

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