cove
Plural
coves
1
a small curved area of land that partly encloses a specific part of the sea
- The beach nestled within the cove offered calm waters for swimming.
- The sailors anchored their boats in the sheltered cove to avoid the storm.
- A secluded cove provided a perfect spot for a romantic picnic.
- Snorkelers explored the coral reefs in the crystal-clear waters of the cove.
- The cliffs surrounding the cove offered stunning views of the sunset over the ocean.
2
a small, narrow cave or recess in the side of a cliff or mountain
- They took shelter in a cove during the sudden rain.
- Explorers discovered ancient carvings inside the cove.
- The cove in the mountains was cool and dark.
- Birds nested in the cove along the cliff face.
- The hikers rested in a cove off the main trail.