waterfront

noun

wa·​ter·​front ˈwȯ-tər-ˌfrənt 

ˈwä-

: land, land with buildings, or a section of a town fronting or abutting on a body of water

Examples of waterfront in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The area’s adorable cobblestoned streets and historic buildings all pay homage to its past as a 17th-century maritime hub, and Evalina’s location directly on the working waterfront (one of only 15 in New England cities) is well worth exploring. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 July 2026

Limon’s Afro-Caribbean heritage, historic wooden architecture and waterfront boulevards create a unique urban setting unlike anywhere else in the region. — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 24 July 2026

Brin bought a waterfront mansion on the ultra-exclusive Allison Island for $51 million in March. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 24 July 2026

An upscale waterfront option in Belmont with a scenic setting and a menu focused on contemporary American cuisine, seafood and steaks. — Evan Moore july 23, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1766, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for waterfront

• battlefront
• oceanfront
• riverfront
• affront
• confront
• exeunt
• forefront
• lakefront
• manhunt
• sederunt
• upfront
• blunt

Kids Definition

waterfront

noun

wa·​ter·​front -ˌfrənt 

: land or a section of a town bordering on a body of water