n.
Pronunciation: ' k ō v
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, den, from Old English cofa; akin to Old High German chubisi hut
Date: before 12th century
1 : a recessed place : CONCAVITY : as a : an architectural member with a concave cross section b : a trough for concealed lighting at the upper part of a wall
2 : a small sheltered inlet or bay
3 a : a deep recess or small valley in the side of a mountain b : a level area sheltered by hills or mountains