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riparian

Syllabification: (ri·par·i·an)

Definition of riparian

adjective

chiefly Law
  • of, relating to, or situated on the banks of a river:all the riparian states must sign an agreement
  • Ecology of or relating to wetlands adjacent to rivers and streams.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin riparius (from ripa 'bank') + -an

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