The term 'CHAPEL RECESS' is a combination of two words, 'CHAPEL' and 'RECESS'. CHAPEL refers to a place of worship, usually a small building or room, while RECESS is a period of time when students are allowed to take a break from their studies. The crossword solution for this term is APSE, which stands for an architectural feature found in many churches. An APSE is a semicircular or polygonal RECESS in the wall of a church, usually at the east end, containing the altar.