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bate vs curb

curb vs bate

bate is not a noun while curb is a noun.

bate and curb both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
bate No No Yes No
curb Yes No Yes No
As verbs, curb is a hypernym of bate; that is, curb is a word with a broader meaning than bate:
  • bate: moderate or restrain; lessen the force of
  • curb: lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
Other hypernyms of bate include check, contain, control, hold, hold in, moderate.
bate (noun) curb (noun)
the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
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
bate (verb) curb (verb)
soak in a special solution to soften and remove chemicals used in previous treatments place restrictions on
flap the wings wildly or frantically; used of falcons keep to the curb
moderate or restrain; lessen the force of lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
Difference between bate and curb

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