- an ornamental recess in a wall or the like, usually semicircular in plan and arched, as for a statue or other decorative object.
- a place or position suitable or appropriate for a person or thing: to find one's niche in the business world.
- a distinct segment of a market.
- ecological niche.
- pertaining to or intended for a market niche; having specific appeal: niche advertising.
- to place (something) in a niche.
- a recess in a wall, esp one that contains a statue
- any similar recess, such as one in a rock face
- a position particularly suitable for the person occupying it
- relating to or aimed at a small specialized group or market
- the role of a plant or animal within its community and habitat, which determines its activities, relationships with other organisms, etc
- to place (a statue) in a niche; ensconce (oneself)
