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curb vs crucify

crucify vs curb

curb is a noun but crucify is not a noun.

curb and crucify both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
curb Yes No Yes No
crucify No No Yes No
As verbs, crucify is a hyponym of curb; that is, crucify is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than curb:
  • curb: lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
  • crucify: hold within limits and control
Other hyponyms of curb include conquer, stamp down, subdue, suppress, damp, mortify, subdue, abnegate, deny, train, catch, bate, thermostat, counteract, countercheck.
curb (noun) crucify (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
curb (verb) crucify (verb)
place restrictions on criticize harshly or violently
keep to the curb treat cruelly
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits hold within limits and control
kill by nailing onto a cross
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