Definitions

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun The land or property along a river.

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  • noun The real estate located along the edge of a river.

Etymologies

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river +‎ front

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Examples

  • Homes with land and privacy are affordable, and most buyers choose between the seclusion of the countryside or charm of village living in riverfront towns conveniently served by Amtrak and commuter rail from the city.

    Second homes: New Yorkers escape to the Hudson Valley 2010

  • By the way, the 13-year NFL veteran, an investor in riverfront revitalization efforts here, also is preparing for the biggest game of his life — Sunday's matchup vs. the Seattle Seahawks, a first Super Bowl appearance that also is expected to be his final Bus stop.

    USATODAY.com - 'Bus' gets Motor City revved up for XL game 2006

  • There were thousands of people at the Convention Center because the riverfront is high ground.

    The scandal of Katrina « BuzzMachine 2005

  • Steve points out the riverfront is a limited resource, and it seems a waste to use it in this way.

    BatesLine: November 2005 Archives 2005

  • Steve points out the riverfront is a limited resource, and it seems a waste to use it in this way.

    Meanwhile, Tulsa turns its back on the river - BatesLine 2005

  • The riverfront is a major advantage for New Orleans-- let's press it for all it's worth.

    Your Right Hand Thief 2004

  • The riverfront is a major advantage for New Orleans-- let's press it for all it's worth.

    Archive 2004-11-01 2004

  • "Today, we're launching our campaign to reclaim the riverfront, which is a campaign that will culminate in the bankruptcy of SugarHouse," Hershman said.

    Philly.com News 2010

  • "Today, we're launching our campaign to reclaim the riverfront, which is a campaign that will culminate in the bankruptcy of SugarHouse," Hershman said.

    Phillies Zone 2010

  • "Today, we're launching our campaign to reclaim the riverfront, which is a campaign that will culminate in the bankruptcy of SugarHouse," Hershman said.

    Philly.com News 2010

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