Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

niche

noun
/nɪtʃ/
Definition
A niche refers to a specialized segment of the market for a particular kind of product or service.
Examples
  • He found his niche in the world of graphic design.
  • The small bookstore caters to a niche audience of science fiction lovers.
  • Identifying a niche market can lead to business success.
Meaning
In ecology, a niche is the role or function of an organism or species within an ecosystem, including how it meets its needs for food, shelter, and reproduction.
Synonyms
  • specialty
  • pwace
  • segment
  • category
  • function