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riverfront region

[ˈrɪvərfrʌnt ˈriːdʒən]
nounpl: riverfront regions
região ribeirinha
1. An area of land adjacent to a river, typically characterized by settlement, commerce, or natural features along the water's edge
The riverfront region of the city has been revitalized with new parks and restaurants.
A região ribeirinha da cidade foi revitalizada com novos parques e restaurantes.
2. A geographic area defined by its proximity to a river system
The Nile riverfront region supports millions of inhabitants.
A região ribeirinha do Nilo sustenta milhões de habitantes.
Synonyms
riverbank areariparian zoneriverside districtwaterfront region
Antonyms
inland regionupland areaplateau region

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
região ribeirinha
Most common and widely used term
Rio de Janeiro
região da orla fluvial
Emphasizes the waterfront aspect
São Paulo
área ribeirinha
Slightly more formal usage
Portugal
zona ribeirinha
Common European Portuguese variant

Related Idioms & Phrases

cross the river
river runs deep
on the riverfront
banks of the river
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