niche
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🇺🇸
/niːʃ/
🇬🇧
/nɪtʃ/
specialized position
Etymology
'niche' originates from French, specifically the word 'nicher,' where 'nicher' meant 'to make a nest.'
'nicher' transformed into the French word 'niche,' and eventually became the modern English word 'niche' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'a nest or recess,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'a recess in a wall' and 'a specialized market.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a shallow recess, especially one in a wall to display a statue or other ornament.
The statue was placed in a niche in the wall.
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Noun 2
a comfortable or suitable position in life or employment.
She finally found her niche as a teacher.
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Adjective 1
denoting or relating to products, services, or interests that appeal to a small, specialized section of the population.
The company specializes in niche markets.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45