noun
Uncommon
riverside
RIHV-syd
Riverside (noun) means the land along the edge of a river. Example: “They had a picnic on the riverside.”
noun
1
The land along the edge of a river.
"They had a picnic on the riverside."
adj
1
Located next to or overlooking a river.
"They booked a riverside table for dinner."
How to use riverside
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe area right next to a river, or (as an adjective) situated by a river.
Common pairings
riverside walk
riverside restaurant
riverside property
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Etymology
A compound of "river" and "side."
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What does “riverside” mean?
The word “riverside” means the land along the edge of a river. In plain terms, the area right next to a river, or (as an adjective) situated by a river.
How do you pronounce “riverside”?
“Riverside” is pronounced RIHV-syd (/ˈɹɪvɚˌsaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “riverside” in a sentence?
Here is “riverside” used in a sentence: “They had a picnic on the riverside.”
What part of speech is “riverside”?
Depending on how it is used, “riverside” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “riverside” a common word?
“Riverside” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “riverside” have?
“Riverside” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the land along the edge of a river.
Is "riverside" written as one word or two?
"Riverside" is conventionally written as a single word, both as a noun referring to the land along a river and as an adjective describing something located next to one, as in "a riverside cafe."
What is the difference between "riverside" and "waterfront"?
"Riverside" specifically refers to land alongside a river, while "waterfront" is a broader term that can describe land bordering any body of water, including a lake, sea, or harbor. All riverside land is a type of waterfront, but not all waterfront is riverside.
Can "riverside" be used as an adjective before a noun?
Yes, "riverside" commonly functions as an adjective placed before a noun to describe something located next to or overlooking a river, as in "a riverside walk" or "riverside property."
