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Definition curb in American English

curb verb

[transitive] verb
/kɜrb/
1

to control or limit something that is harmful

Example

Increased interest rates should curb inflation.

Synonyms and related words
draw a line in the sand limit control
1.1

to control an emotion or way of behaving that could cause problems

Example

You'd better curb that temper of yours.

Synonyms and related words
manage suppress deal with
Definition curb in American English