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immobilize vs curb

curb vs immobilize

immobilize is not a noun while curb is a noun.

immobilize and curb both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
immobilize No No Yes No
curb Yes No Yes No
As verbs, curb is a hypernym of immobilize; that is, curb is a word with a broader meaning than immobilize:
  • immobilize: cause to be unable to move
  • curb: place restrictions on
Other hypernyms of immobilize include curtail, cut back, restrict.
immobilize (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
immobilize (verb) curb (verb)
cause to be unable to move place restrictions on
prohibit the conversion or use of (assets) keep to the curb
convert (assets) into fixed capital lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
make defenseless
to hold fast or prevent from moving
hold as reserve or withdraw from circulation; of capital
Difference between immobilize and curb

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