Definitions

1. noun

the area or part of a river, lake, or canal adjacent to a bank or the area beside a river or lake.

“The old mill stood on the picturesque bankside of the river.”

2. noun

a riverside area of a city, especially in the UK, where buildings line the river or canal.

“The South Bank is a famous bankside area in London with shops, restaurants, and cultural venues.”

3. adjective

relating to or situated on the bank of a river, lake, or canal.

“The bankside gardens were a peaceful oasis in the midst of the bustling city.”