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niche
[ nich, neesh ]
noun
- an ornamental recess in a wall or the like, usually semicircular in plan and arched, as for a statue or other decorative object.
- a place or position suitable or appropriate for a person or thing:
to find one's niche in the business world.
- a distinct segment of a market.
- Ecology. ecological niche ( def ).
adjective
- pertaining to or intended for a market niche; having specific appeal:
niche advertising.
verb (used with object)
- to place (something) in a niche.
niche
/ niːʃ; nɪtʃ /
noun
- a recess in a wall, esp one that contains a statue
- any similar recess, such as one in a rock face
- a position particularly suitable for the person occupying it
he found his niche in politics
- modifier relating to or aimed at a small specialized group or market
- ecology the role of a plant or animal within its community and habitat, which determines its activities, relationships with other organisms, etc
verb
- tr to place (a statue) in a niche; ensconce (oneself)
niche
/ nĭch,nēsh /
- The function or position of a species within an ecological community. A species's niche includes the physical environment to which it has become adapted as well as its role as producer and consumer of food resources.
- See also competitive exclusion principle
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- un·niched adjective
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Word History and Origins
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Word History and Origins
Origin of niche1
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Example Sentences
Not long ago, however, these outré components would have amounted to an interesting yet niche rap career.
Nightlife (5%): Most exciting nightlife; most vibrant social scene (2.5% each, Niche).
Activities and clubs (5%): Student clubs and organizations nbsp;(2.5%, U.S. News); best student centers (2.5%, Niche).
The Source was initially created to help serve that niche, covering the industry with commentary, reviews, and reported features.
But I have found a unique niche right now that is definitely satiating this profound need that I have always possessed.
It was not an exalted niche to fill in life, but at least she had learned to fill it to perfection, and her ambitions were modest.
In a niche in the mud wall was a cheap print of the Madonna, one candle just smouldering out before it.
He casts an anxious glance around, and disappears in the niche of the cell door.
Suddenly her hand came in contact with something round and small set in a large niche in the wall.
The third wall, a solid one of smoke-blue plaster, held the niche called "tokonoma," where pictures are hung and flower vases set.
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