Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
curb-the-use-of
phrasal verb
/kɜrb ðə juːz ʌv/
Definition
To limit or restrict the use of something.
Examples
- Many cities are trying to curb the use of plastic bags.
- Government policies aim to curb the use of fossil fuels.
- To improve air quality, we need to curb the use of cars in urban areas.
Meaning
Curbing the use of something means to control or reduce how much it is utilized or consumed.
Synonyms
- Restrict
- Limit
- Control
- Reduce
- Constrain
