noun
- Plural of curbing; the act of restraining, controlling, or limiting something.
- Plural of curb; the edge of a sidewalk or street, typically made of concrete or stone.
- Plural of curbing; material used to form or reinforce a curb or edge.
Usage: Often used in abstract contexts (e.g., curbing inflation, curbing enthusiasm).
Usage: Also spelled 'kerb' in British English.
Usage: Construction and landscaping context.
Examples
- The government announced new measures for curbing carbon emissions.
- Curbing your spending habits can help you save more money.
- The children sat on the curbing while waiting for the parade to start.
- The landscaper installed decorative stone curbings around the garden bed.
- Curbing inflation remains a top priority for the central bank.
- She focused on curbing her impulse to interrupt others during meetings.