curb
//kɜːrb//
Noun
curbSingular
curbsPlural
1
A raised edge along a street or path, typically made of stone or concrete, that separates the road from the sidewalk.
Be careful not to trip on the curb when crossing the street.
2
Something that restrains or controls.
The new law acts as a curb on excessive spending.
Verb
curbInfinitive
curbPresent tense
curbedPast tense
curbedPast participle
curbingPresent participle
curbsThird-person singular
1
To restrain, control, or keep in check.
She tried to curb her anger during the meeting.
2
To guide a horse using a curb bit.
The rider curbed the horse gently to slow its pace.