noun

riverbank

RIHV-uh-bangk

Riverbank (noun) means the sloped land at the edge of a river, separating the water from the surrounding ground. Example: “They pitched their tent on the grassy riverbank.”

noun

The sloped land at the edge of a river, separating the water from the surrounding ground.

"They pitched their tent on the grassy riverbank."

How to Use Riverbank

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe land right at the edge of a river.

Word Forms

riverbanks plural

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Etymology

A straightforward compound of "river" and "bank."

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “riverbank” mean?

The word “riverbank” means the sloped land at the edge of a river, separating the water from the surrounding ground. In plain terms, the land right at the edge of a river.

How do you pronounce “riverbank”?

“Riverbank” is pronounced RIHV-uh-bangk (/ˈɹɪv.ɚˌbæŋk/ in IPA).

How do you use “riverbank” in a sentence?

Here is “riverbank” used in a sentence: “They pitched their tent on the grassy riverbank.”

What part of speech is “riverbank”?

“Riverbank” is a noun.