Definitions

1. noun

the edge of a road or path, especially one that is raised or built up to separate it from the surrounding area.

“She stepped off the curb and onto the sidewalk.”

2. verb

to hold or keep something from doing something, especially something bad.

“The government tried to curb the spread of the disease.”

3. verb

to reduce or control the amount of something, especially something bad.

“The new tax laws aim to curb inflation.”

4. noun

a curved piece of metal at the front of a vehicle, especially a car, that is used to stop or control the movement of the vehicle.

“The car’s curb was dented after the accident.”

5. verb

to stop or slow the movement of a vehicle, especially by pressing the brake pedal.

“She curbed the car just in time to avoid the pedestrian.”