Definition of alcove

• 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.
• n. - A small ornamental building with seats, or an arched seat, in a pleasure ground; a garden bower.
• n. - Any natural recess analogous to an alcove or recess in an apartment.
• 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.
• n. - A small ornamental building with seats, or an arched seat, in a pleasure ground; a garden bower.
• n. - Any natural recess analogous to an alcove or recess in an apartment.