ˈalˌkōv noun
( -s )
Etymology: French alcôve, from Spanish alcoba, from Arabic al-qubbah the arch, vault
1.
a. : a recessed part (as a breakfast nook) of a room or a small room opening into a larger one (as in a library)
b. : a niche or similar arched opening (as in a wall) : a vaulted space (as a small clearing)
2. : a small ornamental building usually with seats (as in a park or garden) : summerhouse