English dictionary
curb
nounAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
noun
- an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)
noun
- a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse
verb
- place restrictions on
verb
- keep to the curb
verb
- lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
Example sentences
his common sense is a bridle to his quick temper
curtail drinking in school
curb your dogs
moderate your alcohol intake
hold your tongue
hold your temper
control your anger