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n an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter) n a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse n a stock exchange in New York n the act…

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