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

Marienlyst Strandhotel, right on the waterfront in Helsingør, is a truly wonderful escape that features sweeping views, spa indulgence, and effortless Scandi style. — Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

The latest evidence is Miami Realtors’ merger with Martin County Realtors on the Treasure Coast, whose members serve luxury properties on Jupiter Island, Sewall’s Point and the Stuart waterfront. — Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

The amphibious vehicle takes groups through the downtown core both on land and pops right into the harbour for a completely different perspective of the waterfront. — Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Users pitch tents in churchyards and parks and along the waterfront. — Michael Powell, The Atlantic, 30 July 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