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niche

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ˈniʃu/ni·cho

Definitions

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1

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.

Common combinations

market nicheacademic nicheprofessional niche