Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
river-bank
noun
/ˈrɪvər bæŋk/
Definition
The sides of a river that rise above the level of the water.
Examples
- The children enjoyed playing by the river-bank during the sunny afternoon.
- We saw ducks paddling along the river-bank.
- The floodwaters reached the top of the river-bank, threatening nearby homes.
Meaning
The river-bank refers to the land next to a river, which can be either natural or man-made.
Synonyms
- shore
- bank
- embankment
