Definition

The land that is next to a river.

Example

We had a picnic on the riverbank and enjoyed the beautiful view.

Conversation

Have you ever gone fishing by the riverbank?

Yeah, I love it! It's so peaceful there.

I want to try that sometime; it sounds relaxing.

You should! The view by the riverbank is amazing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Riverbank → It is formed from "river" (from Old French *riviere*, meaning a flowing body of water) and "bank" (from Old English *benc*, meaning a slope or bench). The word "riverbank" refers to the land alongside a flowing body of water.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'flowing body of water' ('river') next to a 'slope' or 'bench' ('bank') — that's what a riverbank is, the land beside a river.

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