riparian
of, relating to, or situated or dwelling on the bank of a river or other body of water: riparian villas.
Law. a person who owns land on the bank of a natural watercourse or body of water.
Origin of riparian
1Other words from riparian
- non·ri·par·i·an, adjective, noun
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How to use riparian in a sentence
Bosell was tasked with devising a temporary fix that would allow people back into the area for some much needed nature connection, but in a way that better managed impact on the fragile riparian environment.
“Once you enter the finger of Kolob Canyon, the towering sandstone walls rise above you as you hike through the lush riparian zone.”
The first pioneer to reach the riparian tributary where Kansas City now shimmers was, in fact, on the lam himself.
In the heart of the Olympic Park there are riparian meadows of wildflowers whose color and glory are heartbreaking.
20 Reasons to Feel Good About the 2012 Olympics in London | The Telegraph | July 30, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTIn both cases the riparian owner, so-called, may erect a wharf extending from his land subject to public control.
Putnam's Handy Law Book for the Layman | Albert Sidney Bolles
In the latter area it is restricted to riparian situations along the larger streams.
The Amphibians and Reptiles of Michoacn, Mxico | William E. DuellmanSceloporus melanorhinus calligaster is found in trees in riparian situations in the lowlands to elevations of about 1500 meters.
The Amphibians and Reptiles of Michoacn, Mxico | William E. DuellmanTheory and practice agree upon the rule that rivers are part of the territory of the riparian State.
International Law. A Treatise. Volume I (of 2) | Lassa Francis OppenheimThe riparian right to water established by long usage, is a joke when applied to the Indian.
The Discards | Lucullus Virgil McWhorter
British Dictionary definitions for riparian
/ (raɪˈpɛərɪən) /
of, inhabiting, or situated on the bank of a river
denoting or relating to the legal rights of the owner of land on a river bank, such as fishing or irrigation
property law a person who owns land on a river bank
Origin of riparian
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Scientific definitions for riparian
[ rĭ-pâr′ē-ən ]
Relating to or inhabiting the banks of a natural course of water. Riparian zones are ecologically diverse and contribute to the health of other aquatic ecosystems by filtering out pollutants and preventing erosion. Salmon in the Pacific Northwest feed off riparian insects; trees such as the black walnut, the American sycamore, and the cottonwood thrive in riparian environments.
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