riverine

UK
/ˈrɪv.ə.riːn/
US
/ˈrɪv.ə.riːn/

Translations

riverinenoun
riverines
pl
UK
/ˈrɪvəraɪn/
US
/ˈrɪvəˌraɪn/
Used for inhabitants of river regions or vessels/units operating on rivers.
riverainPeut aussi s’employer au féminin riveraine.
Many riverines harvest fish and reeds from the floodplain.
De nombreux riverains récoltent du poisson et des roseaux dans la plaine inondable.
riverineadjective
UK
/ˈrɪv.ə.riːn/
US
/ˈrɪv.ə.riːn/
The riverine ecosystem supports a diverse range of wildlife.
L’écosystème riverain abrite une grande diversité d’animaux sauvages.
Additional translations
fluvialS’emploie surtout dans un registre technique ou scientifique.

Definitions

riverinenoun
A person or community that lives near or is dependent on a river.
Many riverines harvest fish and reeds from the floodplain.
A military vessel or unit designed for operations on inland waterways.
Several riverines were dispatched to secure the delta during the operation.
riverineadjective
Relating to, resembling, or situated on a river or rivers.
The riverine ecosystem supports a diverse range of wildlife.
Inhabiting or located near a river.
The riverine communities rely heavily on fishing for their livelihood.