noun

niche

niche, recess, specialized market

He found his niche in the marketing department.

He found his niche in the marketing department.

They sell products for a niche market.

They sell products for a niche market.

The statue was placed in a niche in the wall.

The statue was placed in a niche in the wall.

find one's niche to find a suitable role or position She found her niche as a writer.

a niche market a specialized but profitable segment of the market This is a product for a niche market.

a niche in ((sth.)) a specific place or role within (sth.) He carved out a niche in the industry.

Synonyms: recess, alcove, specialty, calling

From French 'niche', from 'nicher' (to make a nest), from Latin 'nīdus' (nest).

Imagine a bird finding its perfect little 'niche' or nest in a wall. This can be a literal hole or a figurative place in life or business.

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