alcove

• Petite niche ou renfoncement ouvert dans une pièce plus grande, souvent utilisé à des fins décoratives ou fonctionnelles.

A small recess or niche that opens off a larger room, often used for decorative or functional purposes.

1. Recessed area in a roomB2formal

   A small, partially enclosed space that opens off a larger room, often used for seating or display.

   Renfoncement dans une pièce

   • The dining room had a cozy alcove with a built-in bench.
   • She placed a small statue in the alcove by the window.
   • The library featured a reading alcove with comfortable chairs.

   Synonymesbaycornernichenookrecess