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Quick definitions from WordNet (curb)
▸ noun: an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)
▸ noun: a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse
▸ noun: the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
▸ noun: a stock exchange in New York
▸ verb: keep to the curb ("Curb your dogs")
▸ verb: place restrictions on
▸ verb: lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
▸ verb: to put down by force or authority
▸ name: A surname (very rare: popularity rank in the U.S.: #27818)
▸ Also see curbs
▸ Word origin
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▸ Idioms related to curb (New!)
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▸ noun: an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)
▸ noun: a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse
▸ noun: the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
▸ noun: a stock exchange in New York
▸ verb: keep to the curb ("Curb your dogs")
▸ verb: place restrictions on
▸ verb: lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
▸ verb: to put down by force or authority
▸ name: A surname (very rare: popularity rank in the U.S.: #27818)
▸ Also see curbs
▸ Word origin
▸ Words similar to curb
▸ Usage examples for curb
▸ Idioms related to curb (New!)
▸ Popular adjectives describing curb
▸ Words that often appear near curb
▸ Rhymes of curb
▸ Invented words related to curb