curb

nounverbB2 · Upper-intermediate

To hold back or limit something, or the edge of a pavement.

Meanings of «curb»

1 · noun

the edge of a pavement or road, usually raised

The child waited at the curb before crossing the street.

2 · verb

to control or limit something, especially a bad habit

He is trying hard to curb his anger at work.

Similar: restrain limit control

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the raised edge of a pavement along a street

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