Curb

English Meaning

To bend or curve

1. A concrete border or row of joined stones forming part of a gutter along the edge of a street.
2. An enclosing framework, such as that around a skylight.
3. A raised margin along an edge used to confine or strengthen.
4. Something that checks or restrains: High interest rates put a curb on spending.
5. A chain or strap that passes under a horse's lower jaw and serves in conjunction with the bit to restrain the horse.
6. A market, originally on a street or sidewalk, for trading securities that are not listed on a stock exchange.
7. To check, restrain, or control as if with a curb; rein in. See Synonyms at restrain.
8. To lead (a dog) off the sidewalk into the gutter so that it can excrete waste.
9. To furnish with a curb.