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niche
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ˈniʃu/ni·cho
Definitions
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A recess or hollow in a wall, typically for placing decorative or religious objects.
Usage examples
“The niche in the church wall holds a sacred image.”
“She placed a vase in the niche in the living room.”
Common combinations
wall nichedecorative nichereligious niche
2
A specific, specialized segment of a market, audience, or activity.
Usage examples
“The company found an unexplored market niche.”
“He is an expert in a very specific academic niche.”
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Common combinations
market nicheacademic nicheprofessional niche