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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Galena, known for residential projects including riverfront apartments in Garden City, would head up the development. Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 29 Jan. 2025 The company unveiled Lincoln Yards six years ago, with plans for offices, retail, riverfront parks, massive improvements to the neighborhood’s transit infrastructure, entertainment venues and apartments, including skyscrapers of nearly 600 feet. Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2025 Here are additional updates on streetcar construction in Kansas City. Road closures in River Market Some intersections in the River Market will close to accommodate construction of the riverfront extension. Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 23 Jan. 2025 The home is just a short walk from the Hudson River and is close to a farmer’s market, 3,000 acres of parkland, and a historic riverfront village with cute shops, restaurants, and marinas. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 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 Feb. 2025.

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