noun
- a raised edge along a street that separates the roadway from the sidewalk
- something that restrains or controls
verb
- to control or restrain something
Examples
- The car pulled up to the curb in front of the school.
- She stepped off the curb and crossed the street.
- The government imposed new curbs on spending.
- We need to curb our enthusiasm until we know more details.
- The new policy will help curb pollution in the city.
- He tried to curb his temper during the meeting.
- The dog sat obediently at the curb waiting for the light to change.