waterfront

noun

wa·​ter·​front ˈwȯ-tər-ˌfrənt How to pronounce waterfront (audio)
ˈwä-
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: land, land with buildings, or a section of a town fronting or abutting on a body of water

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The southern tip of East Potomac Park, known as Hains Point, is beloved by cyclists, runners, picnickers and birders for its waterfront views, cherry trees and Ohio Drive, the scenic three-mile loop around its perimeter. — Rachel Treisman, NPR, 23 Oct. 2026 Cítricos Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Narcoossee’s tends to get all the attention at the Grand Floridian, and its waterfront location does make for a wonderful fireworks view. — Jacqueline Dole, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2026 The small town is easy to explore on foot, with opportunities to join lobster boat tours or simply stroll the picturesque waterfront. — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2026 Alabama Jack’s, the open-air waterfront bar and restaurant on Card Sound Road in Key Largo, is back up for sale, but not the land itself. — Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for waterfront

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First Known Use

1766, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of waterfront was in 1766

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waterfront

noun
wa·​ter·​front -ˌfrənt How to pronounce waterfront (audio)
: land or a section of a town bordering on a body of water

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