lakefront

noun

lake·​front ˈlāk-ˌfrənt How to pronounce lakefront (audio)
: an area fronting on a lake

Examples of lakefront in a Sentence

We went for a walk down at the lakefront.
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Click here to see more photos of the lakefront estate in Zehlendorf. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2025 At Milwaukee's lakefront, the message was simple and direct. Ashley Luthern, jsonline.com, 4 Oct. 2025 Families will love the lakefront chalets, complete with butler service and up to 2,799 square feet of living space, while those seeking a more modest setup can opt for connecting rooms. Siobhan Reid, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2025 Swimmers, boaters, and anyone planning lakefront activities should check for updates and avoid entering the water until all advisories have expired. Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lakefront

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lakefront was in 1880

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“Lakefront.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lakefront. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.

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