curb

Meanings

• an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)
• a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse
• a stock exchange in New York
• the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
• lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
• to put down by force or authority
• keep to the curb
  • "curb your dogs"
• place restrictions on

Synonyms

American Stock Exchange, AMEX, bridle, check, conquer, contain, control, curb bit, curbing, curtail, cut back, hold, hold in, inhibit, kerb, moderate, restrict, stamp down, subdue, suppress