Meaning & Definition of Curb in English

1. An edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)

2. A horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse

3. A stock exchange in new york

4. The act of restraining power or action or limiting excess

• "His common sense is a bridle to his quick temper"

1. 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. To put down by force or authority

• "Suppress a nascent uprising"

• "Stamp down on littering"

• "Conquer one's desires"

3. Keep to the curb

• "Curb your dogs"

4. Place restrictions on

• "Curtail drinking in school"