curb — the edge of a sidewalk or road; a stone or concrete edging along a street
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the edge of a sidewalk or road; a stone or concrete edging along a street
Pronunciation (IPA): /kɜːrb/
Example Sentences
- My dog always sniffs every single fire hydrant along the curb like he's a quality inspector.
- I need to curb my online shopping addiction before my credit card files a restraining order.
- The new policy aims to curb excessive spending in government departments.
curb
NOUN[/kɜːrb/]
the edge of a sidewalk or road; a stone or concrete edging along a street
The mayor introduced new rules to curb reckless driving downtown.
CURB (bend back) — by pulling the horse's reins back into a tight curve to CURB its movement, the rider was able to curb its wild speed.
To prevent loud noises that would disturb the quiet suburb, the town decided to curb late-night traffic.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'courbe' meaning 'curved,' derived from Latin 'curvus' meaning 'bent' or 'curved.' The word was applied to the curved edge of a sidewalk or road.
Breakdown
curb: from Latin 'curvus' (curved) → Old French 'courbe' → English 'curb' (curved edge of a street)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dog always sniffs every single fire hydrant along the curb like he's a quality inspector.”
“I need to curb my online shopping addiction before my credit card files a restraining order.”
“The new policy aims to curb excessive spending in government departments.”
“She stepped off the curb without looking and nearly got hit by a cyclist.”
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