lakefront

noun

lake·​front ˈlāk-ˌfrənt How to pronounce lakefront (audio)
: an area fronting on a lake

Examples of lakefront in a Sentence

We went for a walk down at the lakefront.
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By the numbers: The Browns' projections are based on attracting 1.5 million more visitors annually to Brook Park than to the current lakefront stadium. Sam Allard, Axios, 1 May 2025 After landing at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), pile into a rental car and make your way to a lakefront rental house. Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025 From the lakefront itself to the many natural attractions found in the surrounding area, this historic region is perfect for a foray into the rich biodiversity found all across the state of Utah. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 In the 20th century, state courts have ruled that the doctrine bars states and local governments from selling off lakefront property or harbors to private owners and protects public access to beaches, lakes and oceans. Alexandra Klass, The Conversation, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for lakefront

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lakefront was in 1880

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“Lakefront.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lakefront. Accessed 19 May. 2025.

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