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curb
verb(curb)
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
Synonyms: check, contain, control, hold, hold in, moderate,
curb
noun(curb)
a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse
Synonyms: curb bit,
curb
verb(curb)
place restrictions on
Synonyms: curtail, cut back, restrict,
curb
noun(curb)
a stock exchange in New York
Synonyms: american stock exchange, amex,
curb
noun(curb)
an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)
Synonyms: curbing, kerb,
curb
noun(curb)
the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
Synonyms: bridle, check,
curb
verb(curb)
keep to the curb
Examples:
Curb your dogs.

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