niche

/niːʃ/noun

High School

A cavity, hollow, or recess, generally within the thickness of a wall, for a statue, bust, or other erect ornament.

Any similar position, literal or figurative.

Specifically, a cremation niche; a columbarium.

A function within an ecological system to which an organism is especially suited.

Any position of opportunity for which one is well-suited, such as a particular market in business.

An arrow woven into a prayer rug pointing in the direction of qibla.

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Synonyms

nook specialization specialty

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

ich itch lich mich rich wich ditch pitch which witch

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”)

nab nad nah nam nan nap nat nau nav nay

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

bib bic big bil bin bip bis bit bui cid

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

chan chen chin chun cina bunch chain churn lunch munch

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