Noun | 1. | curb - an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter) |
2. | curb - a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse Synonyms: curb bit | |
3. | ![]() Synonyms: American Stock Exchange, AMEX | |
4. | curb - the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess; "his common sense is a bridle to his quick temper" | |
Verb | 1. | curb - lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits; "moderate your alcohol intake"; "hold your tongue"; "hold your temper"; "control your anger" |
2. | curb - to put down by force or authority; "suppress a nascent uprising"; "stamp down on littering"; "conquer one's desires" | |
3. | curb - keep to the curb; "curb your dogs" | |
4. | curb - place restrictions on; "curtail drinking in school" |