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Webster 1913 Edition
Niche
Niche
(nĭch)
, Noun.
[F., fr. It.
nicchia
, prop., a shell-like recess in a wall, fr. nicchio
a shellfish, mussel, fr. L. mytilus
.] A cavity, hollow, or recess, generally within the thickness of a wall, for a statue, bust, or other erect ornament. Hence, any similar position, literal or figurative.
Images defended from the injuries of the weather by
niches
of stone wherein they are placed. Evelun.
Webster 1828 Edition
Niche
NICHE
,Noun.