curb - noun

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

curb - verb

• 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

curb - thesaurus

amex   bridle   check   conquer   contain   control   curbing   curtail   hold   inhibit   kerb   moderate   restrict   subdue   suppress