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niches

/ˈnɪtʃɪz/ /ˈniːʃɪz/

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noun

Nische, Aussparung

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.

Examples :

"The museum wall had several niches holding ancient Greek statues. "

Die Museumsmauer hatte mehrere Nischen, in denen antike griechische Statuen standen.

architecture art position space

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noun

Nische

A function within an ecological system to which an organism is especially suited.

Examples :

"Different birds in the forest occupy different niches: some eat seeds from the ground, while others hunt insects in the trees. "

Verschiedene Vögel im Wald besetzen unterschiedliche Nischen: Einige fressen Samen vom Boden, während andere Insekten in den Bäumen jagen.

environment biology ecology organism nature science

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Marktlücke, Nische

(by extension) Any position of opportunity for which one is well-suited, such as a particular market in business.

Examples :

"Many small businesses find success by catering to specific niches within the larger market, like selling only organic baby food. "

Viele kleine Unternehmen haben Erfolg, indem sie sich auf bestimmte Nischen innerhalb des größeren Marktes konzentrieren, wie zum Beispiel der Verkauf von Bio-Babynahrung.

business job position economy

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noun

Gebetsnische

An arrow woven into a prayer rug pointing in the direction of qibla.

Examples :

"The prayer rug had niches woven into its design, each a small arrow guiding worshippers towards Mecca. "

Der Gebetsteppich hatte Gebetsnischen in seinem Design, jede ein kleiner Pfeil, der die Gläubigen nach Mekka führte.

religion art architecture tradition