niche
/niːʃ/noun
High School
1
A cavity, hollow, or recess, generally within the thickness of a wall, for a statue, bust, or other erect ornament.
2
Any similar position, literal or figurative.
3
Specifically, a cremation niche; a columbarium.
4
A function within an ecological system to which an organism is especially suited.
5
Any position of opportunity for which one is well-suited, such as a particular market in business.
6
An arrow woven into a prayer rug pointing in the direction of qibla.
Thesaurus
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing