01 n. A recessed portion of a room, or a small room opening into a larger one; especially, a recess to contain a bed; a lateral recess in a library.
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A recessed portion of a room, or a small room opening into a larger one; especially, a recess to contain a bed; a lateral recess in a library.(Arch.)
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A small ornamental building with seats, or an arched seat, in a pleasure ground; a garden bower.
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Any natural recess analogous to an alcove or recess in an apartment.“The youthful wanderers found a wild alcove.” — Falconer.