curb

B1
Pronunciation
/kɜːb/
/kɝb/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

A concrete margin along the edge of a road; a kerb (UK, Australia, New Zealand)

2 Definition

A raised margin along the edge of something, such as a well or the eye of a dome, as a strengthening.

3 Definition

Something that checks or restrains; a restraint.

4 Definition

A riding or driving bit for a horse that has rein action which amplifies the pressure in the mouth by leverage advantage placing pressure on the poll via the crown piece of the bridle and chin groove via a curb chain.

5 Definition

A sidewalk, covered or partially enclosed, bordering the airport terminal road system with adjacent paved areas to permit vehicles to off-load or load passengers.

6 Definition

A swelling on the back part of the hind leg of a horse, just behind the lowest part of the hock joint, generally causing lameness.

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To check, restrain or control.

Example Sentences
  • "Curb your dog."
2 Definition

To rein in.

3 Definition

To furnish with a curb, as a well; to restrain by a curb, as a bank of earth.

4 Definition

To force to "bite the curb" (hit the pavement curb); see curb stomp.

5 Definition

To damage vehicle wheels or tires by running into or over a pavement curb.

6 Definition

To bend or curve.

7 Definition

To crouch; to cringe.