Definition

The area of land next to a river or stream.

Example

We had a picnic on the bankside, enjoying the view of the water.

Conversation

I love walking along the bankside in the evening.

Yeah, it's so peaceful there, especially at sunset.

Exactly! I enjoy watching the water flow by from the bankside.

Me too! It's the perfect spot to relax and unwind.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bankside → The word is formed from "bank" (from Old English "banc", meaning a slope or embankment) and "side" (from Old English "sīde", meaning the lateral part or edge). Together, "bankside" refers to the side or edge of a bank, typically along a river or body of water.

Memory Tip

Picture the edge or slope of a riverbank — that's what 'bankside' means, combining the idea of a 'bank' and its 'side'.

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