The term 'DOMED RECESS' is composed of two words, 'DOMED' and 'RECESS'. The first word, 'DOMED', refers to a structure that has a curved roof or ceiling, often in the shape of a dome. The second word, 'RECESS', refers to an area that is set apart from the main space, usually for a specific purpose. Together, the two words form the term 'DOMED RECESS', which is defined as an area that is set apart from the main space and has a curved roof or ceiling. The crossword solution for this term is APSE, which is a type of DOMED RECESS found in churches and other religious buildings.