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

This charming rental makes the perfect late-summer getaway; its waterfront location and private deck ideal for views of the lake (and birdwatching). — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026

End the day with a ribeye or filet mignon at Ducey’s On the Lake, a waterfront steakhouse that’s part of The Pines Resort. — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Aug. 2026

By that evening, firefighters pivoted to a defensive position to keep the fire from spreading to other buildings in the compound, which has several multi-unit condominium complexes arranged along a waterfront. — Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026

Rounding out the top three was Wilmington Riverwalk, which earned praise for its waterfront views of the Cape Fear River, historic downtown and bustling riverfront as the evening light reflects off the water. — Evan Moore august 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 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