riverside

noun

riv·​er·​side ˈri-vər-ˌsīd How to pronounce riverside (audio)
Synonyms of riversidenext
: the side or bank of a river

Examples of riverside in a Sentence

We walked along the riverside.
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As for why the Morins framed and saved a photo of a riverside factory in Seguin, that’s open to conjecture. Paula Allen, San Antonio Express-News, 31 Jan. 2026 The town’s riverside setting and historic squares are charming. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026 Saltwater crocs laze among the area’s wetlands, while pygmy elephants are often seen replenishing themselves riverside. Laura Kiniry, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026 Hot Springs State Park, Wyoming The riverside hot springs, flowing at a constant temperature of 128 degrees Fahrenheit, make this state park particularly special. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for riverside

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of riverside was in the 14th century

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“Riverside.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riverside. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

riverside

noun
riv·​er·​side -ˌsīd How to pronounce riverside (audio)
: the side or bank of a river

Geographical Definition

Riverside

geographical name

Riv·​er·​side ˈri-vər-ˌsīd How to pronounce Riverside (audio)
1
city in southern California population 303,871
2
city in southwestern Ohio east of Dayton population 25,201
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