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Curb
01
the raised edge at the side of a street, usually made of stone
02
the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
03
a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse
to curb
01
to limit or control by placing restrictions on something
Transitive: to curb sth
02
to lessen the intensity of something or keep it under control, often through restraint or inhibition
Transitive: to curb intensity of something
03
to guide a dog to the edge of the sidewalk or street so it can relieve itself
Transitive: to curb a dog
curb
n
Example
The construction crew repaired the damaged curb after the winter storms.
A high curb can pose a challenge for people with mobility issues.
The city installed a new curb to improve pedestrian safety.
The curb along the street was painted to enhance visibility at night.
The car slowly pulled out from the curb.
