Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

curb

noun / verb
/kɜːrb/
Definition
A curb is a raised edge or boundary at the side of a street or roadway.
Examples
  • He needs to curb his spending habits.
  • The city installed curbs to keep cars off the sidewalk.
  • She felt a strong desire to curb her anger during the conversation.
Meaning
To curb means to restrain or limit something.
Synonyms
  • restrain
  • limit
  • control
  • check