riverfront

noun

riv·​er·​front ˈri-vər-ˌfrənt How to pronounce riverfront (audio)
: the land or area along a river

Examples of riverfront in a Sentence

We went for a walk down at the riverfront.
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The recognition drew some criticism at the time for not properly honoring her in comparison to streets, the airport and riverfront named for other top former officials. Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2025 Its central location puts São Bento station, Clérigos Tower, and the riverfront all within a short walk. AFAR Media, 2 Oct. 2025 For instance, the city purchased about an acre of land directly next to the park in August to make way for a park expansion that will connect Bellevue and nearby Dayton's riverfront trail. Jolene Almendarez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 2 Oct. 2025 Down by the Rondout waterfront, warehouses have been reimagined as boutiques, bars, and museums, and a riverfront park and promenade connect to the Hudson River Maritime Museum and Hudson River Cruises—one of the city’s most scenic spots. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for riverfront

Word History

First Known Use

1751, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of riverfront was in 1751

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“Riverfront.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riverfront. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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