Alcove

Pronunciation: /ˈælˌkoʊv/

Alcove (noun)

  1. A small space in a wall or room, often with a sheltered feeling, used for a chair, shelf, or decoration.
  2. A quiet, separate corner in a larger place where people can sit or work.

Examples

  • The cat slept in a small sheltered space beside the window.
  • She placed the lamp in a small sheltered space under the stairs.