In architecture, an alcove is a small recessed section of a room or an arched opening (as in a wall). The section is partially enclosed by such vertical elements as walls, pillars, and balustrades.
Etymology The word alcove originates from Arabic (), 'the' and 'vault' (through the Spanish ).
See also Niche (architecture) Mihrab Box-bed Tokonoma Setback (architecture)
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