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   Niche (nĭch), n. [F., fr. It. nicchia, prop., a shell-like recess in a wall, fr. nicchio a shellfish, mussel, fr. L. mytilus.] 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.
   
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   Images defended from the injuries of the weather by niches of stone wherein they are placed. Evelun.
   
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