riverfront

American

[riv-er-fruhnt] / ˈrɪv ərˌfrʌnt /

noun

the land or property along a river; the section of a city or town along a river.

adjective

of or relating to the riverfront.

Etymology

Origin of riverfront

First recorded in 1745–55; river ¹ ( def. ) + front ( def. )

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Each residence will also include deeded beach access, allowing homeowners to enjoy both ocean and riverfront living.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 1, 2026

Since it’s unlikely we’ll ever afford a riverfront property, the dazzling visuals on “The Madison” scratch that itch.

From Salon ● Mar. 23, 2026

Among the most prominent are the British colonial edifices near the riverfront.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2025

The floodwaters arrived with little warning, ripping through the picturesque riverfront area that is home to nearly 20 youth camps.

From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2025

Soon enough, I reached that area of the riverfront known as Smokey Hollow, an industrial labyrinth of factories and workshops.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros

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