Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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curb | Yes | No | Yes | No |
bridle | Yes | No | Yes | No |
curb (noun) | bridle (noun) |
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the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess | 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) | headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control |
a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse |
curb (verb) | bridle (verb) |
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place restrictions on | respond to the reins, as of horses |
keep to the curb | put a bridle on |
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits | anger or take offense |