Alcove and Cave

Alcove

Alcove noun - A freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views.

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Cave and alcove are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Cave" instead a noun "Alcove".

Cave noun - A naturally formed underground chamber with an opening to the surface.

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Alcove and cave are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Alcove" instead a noun "Cave".

Nearby Words: cavern, caved, caver, caving

full	full alcove	full cave
convenient	convenient alcove	convenient cave
empty	empty alcove	empty cave
tiny	tiny alcove	tiny cave
Other adjectives: secluded, secret, hidden.

One gate in the cave levels of Prince of Persia 2 leads to an alcove with a life upgrade potion, but it can't be opened from the inside, so if it closes behind you, you're stuck for good.

Source: Dead End Room

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