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curb

noun
- an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)
Synonyms: curbing, kerb - a horse''s bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse
Synonyms: curb bit - a stock exchange in New York
Synonyms: American Stock Exchange, AMEX
verb
- lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits; "moderate your alcohol intake"; "hold your tongue"; "hold your temper"; "control your anger"
Synonyms: check, contain, control, hold, hold in, moderate - to put down by force or authority; "suppress a nascent uprising"; "stamp down on littering"; "conquer one''s desires"
Synonyms: conquer, inhibit, stamp down, subdue, suppress - keep to the curb; "curb your dogs"
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