# riverfront

/ˈɹɪvɝˌfɹənt/ (US) · /ɹˈɪvəfɹˌʌnt/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/riverfront
Updated: 2026-05-28

## Definition

the area of land that is right next to a river. It is often a place for walking, parks, or buildings that look out over the water.

For teachers: the land bordering a river, typically used for recreational or commercial purposes. Often refers to the urban or residential strip adjacent to a waterway.

## Examples

- We spent the afternoon walking along the riverfront.
- The city invested millions in developing the riverfront to attract tourists and create public parks.
- The revitalization of the industrial riverfront transformed a neglected stretch of warehouses into a vibrant district of restaurants and art galleries.

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