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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In 2018, Chit became the first person granted a license to open a legal Thai craft brewery, while keeping the original Chit Beer on Koh Kret for those who want the riverside, outlaw-spirit experience. Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026 This earned the original riverside shack the nickname Catfish Hotel, but his cooking gave rise to the business. Chelsea Brasted, Southern Living, 15 May 2026 Wearing an Old 97’s T-shirt that hints at his Texas days, the shaggy haired promoter is putting out small fires ahead of the first major show at the 4,500-seat Grind City Amp, a new venue six years in the making, whose soaring stage frames Bluff City’s riverside skyline. Chris Kenning, USA Today, 15 May 2026 Sidewalks and riverside paths in the area are often crowded with pedestrians, joggers and cyclists. Michael Casey, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 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 21 May. 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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