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Church Alcove Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is APSE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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199%4Exact Match!
226%6 A secluded alcove
326%8 A small alcove

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We think the answer is "APSE" which means:

    noun
  • • A domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church; usually contains the altar

An example sentence would be:

  • • "The apse of the cathedral was adorned with intricate stained glass windows."
  • • "The priest stood at the altar, facing the apse."

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New York Times28 Dec 2003 Down 106
New York Times10 Jun 2002 Down 2
New York Times15 Aug 2000 Down 4
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