riverfront

American  

[riv-er-fruhnt] / ˈrɪv ərˌfrʌnt /

noun

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

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adjective

1. of or relating to the riverfront.

Etymology

Origin of riverfront

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

Example Sentences

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riverfront

The riverfront estate, which is located in a “premium” enclave in Jupiter, was described in its listing as being a “gorgeous custom-built” abode that offered 6,770 square feet of living space.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026

An official said bringing activity and use back to the riverfront would make having a river bus a more viable option.

From BBC ● Apr. 29, 2026

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

From Salon ● Mar. 23, 2026

Water crept into crawlspaces and living rooms and inundated the riverfront park.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 21, 2025

Other men come to the riverfront as well.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone