Harbourside

/ˈhɑːbəsaɪd/ noun

Definition

The area or district located alongside a harbor or port where ships dock and maritime activities occur.

Etymology

From Middle English 'harbour' (from Old Norse 'herebeorgan' meaning 'army shelter') combined with 'side' (Old English 'sīde'), literally meaning 'the side of the harbor.'

Kelly Says

Harbourside has become synonymous with waterfront gentrification—many historic working harbors have transformed into trendy residential and commercial districts, completely changing the social geography of port cities worldwide.

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