Category:Niche

Niche, n. Etym: [f., fr. It. nicchia, prop., a shell-like recess in a Wall, fr. nicchio a shellfish, mussel, fr. L. mytilus.]

Defn: 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. Images defended from the injuries of the weather by niches of stone Wherein they are placed. Evelun.