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- [al-kohv]
- /ˈæl koʊv/
- /ˈæl.kəʊv/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [al-kohv]
- /ˈæl koʊv/
Definitions of alcove word
- countable noun alcove An alcove is a small area of a room which is formed by one part of a wall being built further back than the rest of the wall. 3
- noun alcove a recess or niche in the wall of a room, as for a bed, books, etc 3
- noun alcove any recessed usually vaulted area, as in a garden wall 3
- noun alcove any covered or secluded spot, such as a summerhouse 3
- noun alcove a recessed section of a room, as a breakfast nook 3
- noun alcove a secluded bower in a garden; summerhouse 3
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Origin of alcove
First appearance:
before 1670 One of the 47% oldest English words
1670-80; < French alcôve < Spanish alcoba < Arabic al-qubbah the dome
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Parts of speech for Alcove
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alcove popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 90% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
alcove usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for alcove
noun alcove
- compartment — A compartment is one of the separate spaces into which a railway carriage is divided.
- cubicle — A cubicle is a very small enclosed area, for example one where you can have a shower or change your clothes.
- niche — an ornamental recess in a wall or the like, usually semicircular in plan and arched, as for a statue or other decorative object.
- recess — temporary withdrawal or cessation from the usual work or activity.
- study — a room, in a house or other building, set apart for private study, reading, writing, or the like.
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