Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
riverbank
Noun
/ˈrɪv.ɚ.bæŋk/
Definition
The land along the edge of a river.
Examples
- The children played on the riverbank, skipping stones across the water.
- We set up our picnic on the grassy riverbank.
- Many species of birds nest along the riverbank.
Meaning
A riverbank is the area of land that borders a river, providing habitats for various plants and animals, and serving as a natural boundary for the waterway.
Synonyms
- Water’s edge
- River’s shore
- River side
