Thesaurus results for ALCOVE

alcove

noun

ˈal-ˌkōv

Definition of alcove

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 This space houses a stone alcove bed, additional sleeping space, a generous kitchen, and a beautiful bathroom of stone and cocciopesto. — Lucrezia Worthington, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 June 2026 Other highlights include a sunken living room centered around a fireplace, with a bay-windowed alcove that accommodates a grand piano beneath a vintage Murano milk-glass calla lily chandelier. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 12 June 2026 The main 64 x 80-in (163 x 203-cm) super-queen bed is located up in the alcove, which is all but encased in glass thanks to its two large side windows and the skylight above. — New Atlas, 4 June 2026 By that time Dame Frances had established the idea of theaters of memory—imaginary architectural structures, replete with columns and alcoves and windows, where items can be placed for later recollection. — Literary Hub, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for alcove

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Freeman sent it 388 feet into the right-field pavilion to give Yamamoto at least a little cushion.

— Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 5 July 2026
As a result, a memorial pavilion, where students can play soccer, has been installed in Blakeley’s school in her honor, and a butterfly climber has been constructed at a local Bellaire park.

— Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026

Definition of pavilion

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Hernandez, 29, a contractor based in Franklin, about 20 miles south of Nashville, undertook the $380 project with furniture from HomeGoods after seeing his pet spend most of her life tucked away in a little corner.

— Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 5 July 2026
Finding this underground hangout might be tricky, but look for the side door on the building at the corner of Georgia Avenue and Reed Street.

— Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of corner

Noun

Think ostrich feather chandeliers, dining nooks flanked with red velvet curtains, and stripes everywhere.

— Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 30 June 2026
The layout seems to surround you in a welcoming hug while encouraging exploration of the gardens, vineyards, retail shop, and many tasting nooks.

— Liz Thach, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

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