Word noun
waterfront
n.
US /ˈwɔtɝˌfɹənt/ UK /wˈɔːtəfɹˌʌnt/ wa·ter·front UK spelling waterfronts
Definition
- 01 B1 Intermediate
the part of a town or city that is next to a river, a lake, or the ocean.
the land or district of a city that borders a body of water, often associated with maritime or recreational activity.
Simple“We spent the evening walking along the waterfront and looking at the boats.”
In context“The city council invested millions into revitalising the waterfront, transforming the derelict warehouses into a vibrant district of shops and galleries.”
UsageOften used as a modifier before another noun, as in 'waterfront property' or 'waterfront views'.
Etymology
From water + front.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated