curb

US /kɝːb/
UK /kɝːb/
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1.

a check or restraint on something

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The government imposed a curb on spending.
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There is a need for a strong curb on pollution.
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restraintcheckcontrollimitationrestriction
2.

a concrete border forming the edge of a street or path

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He parked his car next to the curb.
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Be careful not to hit the curb when turning.
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kerbedgeborderverge
1.

to restrain or control (something undesirable)

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The police are trying to curb the spread of crime.
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You need to curb your enthusiasm a bit.
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restraincontrolchecklimitrestrict