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tokonoma

noun
to·​ko·​no·​ma | \ ˌtō-kə-ˈnō-mə How to pronounce tokonoma (audio) \

Definition of tokonoma

: a niche or alcove in the wall of a Japanese house for the display of a decorative object

Examples of tokonoma in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

 The 34 Japanese-style rooms are archetypal of such establishments: tatami mat floors, low tables with legless chairs, an ornamental alcove (tokonoma), and sliding shoji screens characterize the accommodations. — Christina Liao, Vogue, "6 of the Most Luxurious Ryokans in Japan," 12 Jan. 2018

First Known Use of tokonoma

1871, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for tokonoma

Japanese

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