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Definition curb in American English

curb noun

[countable] noun
/kɜrb/
1

the edge of a sidewalk (=path built beside a road) that is closest to the road. The British word is kerb

Example

A car drew up to the curb and stopped.

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2

a rule or control that stops or limits something

Example

Curbs on the use of mountain bikes in the forest are being called for.

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Definition curb in American English