noun🔗ShareA 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."The museum wall had several niches holding ancient Greek statues. "architectureartpositionspaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA function within an ecological system to which an organism is especially suited."Different birds in the forest occupy different niches: some eat seeds from the ground, while others hunt insects in the trees. "environmentbiologyecologyorganismnaturescienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Share(by extension) Any position of opportunity for which one is well-suited, such as a particular market in business."Many small businesses find success by catering to specific niches within the larger market, like selling only organic baby food. "businessjobpositioneconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAn arrow woven into a prayer rug pointing in the direction of qibla."The prayer rug had niches woven into its design, each a small arrow guiding worshippers towards Mecca. "religionartarchitecturetraditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
