curbing

Meanings

• an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)
• lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
• to put down by force or authority
• keep to the curb
• place restrictions on

Synonyms

check, conquer, contain, control, curb, curtail, cut back, hold, hold in, inhibit, kerb, moderate, restrict, stamp down, subdue, suppress