The difference between Alcove and Nook
When used as nouns, alcove means a small recessed area set off from a larger room, whereas nook means a small corner formed by two walls.
check bellow for the other definitions of Alcove and Nook
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Alcove as a noun:
A small recessed area set off from a larger room.
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Alcove as a noun:
A shady retreat.
Examples:
"The house was situated in a leafy alcove."
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Nook as a noun:
A small corner formed by two walls; an alcove.
Examples:
"There was a small broom for sweeping ash kept in the nook between the fireplace bricks and the wall."
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Nook as a noun:
A hidden or secluded spot; a secluded retreat.
Examples:
"The back of the used book shop was one of her favorite nooks; she could read for hours and no one would bother her or pester her to buy."
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Nook as a noun:
A recess, cove or hollow.
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Nook as a noun (historical):
An English unit of land area, originally ¼ of a yardland but later 12½ or 20 acres.