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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Haslam said stadium discussions began in 2018, which originally centered on renovating the Browns current lakefront stadium home. CBS News, 1 May 2026 The 87-acre lakefront spread arrives with a notable pedigree. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2026 The Stars, formerly the Chicago Red Stars, plan to play the entirety of their 2026 season, which began in March and runs until November, at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium, located on the lakefront in Evanston. Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026 Then there’s dog-friendly Kirk Park, which has not only a sandy lakefront but also many trails to explore. Kara Williams, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026 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 5 May. 2026.

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