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curb
(k/[@]/rb )

noun (n)

  • an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    curbing, kerb
    source: wordnet30
  • a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    curb bit
    source: wordnet30
  • a stock exchange in New York(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    american stock exchange, amex, big board, n. y. stock exchange, new york stock exchange, nyse
    source: wordnet30
  • the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess(noun.act)
    Synonym:
    bridle, check
    source: wordnet30
  • That which curbs, restrains, or subdues; a check or hindrance; esp., a chain or strap attached to the upper part of the branches of a bit, and capable of being drawn tightly against the lower jaw of the horse.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits(verb.social)
    Synonym:
    check, contain, control, hold, hold in, moderate
    source: wordnet30
  • to put down by force or authority(verb.change)
    Synonym:
    conquer, inhibit, stamp down, subdue, suppress
    source: wordnet30
  • keep to the curb(verb.contact)
    Example:
    Curb your dogs.
    source: wordnet30
  • place restrictions on(verb.change)
    Synonym:
    curtail, cut back, restrict
    source: wordnet30
  • To bend or curve(verb)
    source: webster1913
  • To bend; to crouch; to cringe.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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