riparian

adjective
UK: /rɪˈpeəriən/
US: /rɪˈperiən/

  1. Relating to or situated on the banks of a river or stream.

    1. The riparian land is full of life near the river.
    2. Protecting riparian habitats is vital for river ecosystem health and stability.

  2. Relating to the rights of someone who owns land bordering a body of water, regarding the use of that water.

    1. The riparian owner has rights to use the river water.
    2. Riparian water rights are often a complex issue in drought-stricken areas.

Synonyms

riverbank riverside bankside littoral
riparian noun

  1. A person who owns land bordering a body of water.

    1. The riparian had the right to access the water.
    2. The government consulted with riparians before building the dam.
riparian prefix

  1. Located on the bank of a river or stream.

    1. The riparian zone is important for local wildlife.
    2. Careful management of the riparian ecosystem is critical for conserving nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "riparian" in English means: Relating to or situated on the banks of a river or stream., Relating to the rights of someone who owns land bordering a body of water, regarding the use of that water..

The phonetic transcription of "riparian" is /rɪˈpeəriən/ in British English and /rɪˈperiən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "riparian": riverbank, riverside, bankside, littoral.

Example usage of "riparian": "The riparian land is full of life near the river.". More examples on the page.