Harbourfront

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The area that fronts on a harbor British, Canada

    "Jones' Boathouse beside James’ Bay Bridge rented out boats and canoes; many people living along the harbour front had boathouses and boats of their own, for regattas and water sports were one of Victoria's chief attractions."

Example

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"Jones' Boathouse beside James’ Bay Bridge rented out boats and canoes; many people living along the harbour front had boathouses and boats of their own, for regattas and water sports were one of Victoria's chief attractions."

Etymology

From harbour + front.

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