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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His administration also orchestrated the Science Museum of Minnesota’s move into a brand-new riverfront facility at the site of the former West Publishing headquarters. Nick Woltman, Twin Cities, 8 June 2025 Set in over 70 acres of woodlands and riverfront beauty, this festival offers a vibrant celebration of cannabis with live music, rolling competitions, and a cup competition. Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 3 June 2025 Through a deal with the Port Authority of Kansas City, a public agency, the team leases the prime riverfront land for only $1 a year. Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2025 The riverfront glamping site, which is available for stays beginning June 15, is Brush Creek’s most secluded, most intimate lodging—with all the hallmarks of a five-star property. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 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 18 Jun. 2025.

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