curb vs edge

curb and edge both are nouns.

curb and edge both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
curb	Yes	No	Yes	No
edge	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, edge is a hypernym of curb; that is, edge is a word with a broader meaning than curb:

curb: an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)
edge: a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object

curb (noun)	edge (noun)
the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess	a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object
an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)	the outside limit of an object or area or surface; a place farthest away from the center of something
a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse	a slight competitive advantage
	the attribute of urgency in tone of voice
	the boundary of a surface
	a line determining the limits of an area

curb (verb)	edge (verb)
place restrictions on	lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
keep to the curb	provide with an edge
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits	advance slowly, as if by inches
	provide with a border or edge

Difference between curb and edge

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