curb

/kˈɜːb/

/ˈkɝb/

Curb

the raised edge at the side of a street, usually made of stone

synonyms : curbing

the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess

synonyms : bridle

a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse

synonyms : curb bit

a stock exchange in New York

to curb

MAIN VERB

lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

synonyms : check

place restrictions on

synonyms : curtail

keep to the curb

Examples

1. He accidentally scuffed the toe of his leather dress shoes against the curb, leaving a small mark.

2. Police followed the car along Station Road where it mounted the curb again.

3. A new law is proposed to curb this type of blatantly dishonest description, and not before time

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