First Known Use: before 12th century
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1cove
noun \ˈkōv\
Definition of COVE
1
: a recessed place : concavity: as a : an architectural member with a concave cross section b : a trough for concealed lighting at the upper part of a wall
2
: a small sheltered inlet or bay
3
a : a deep recess or small valley in the side of a mountain b : a level area sheltered by hills or mountains
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Origin of COVE
Middle English, den, from Old English cofa; akin to Old High German chubisi hut
Other Architecture Terms
2cove
verb
covedcov·ing
Definition of COVE
transitive verb
: to make in a hollow concave form
First Known Use of COVE
1756
3cove
noun
Definition of COVE
BritishOrigin of COVE
Romany kova thing, person
First Known Use: 1567
COVE Defined for Kids
cove
noun \ˈkōv\
Definition of COVE for Kids
: a small sheltered inlet or bay
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