curb

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

a stock exchange in New York

the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess; "his common sense is a bridle to his quick temper"

lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits; "moderate your alcohol intake"; "hold your tongue"; "hold your temper"; "control your anger"

to put down by force or authority; "suppress a nascent uprising"; "stamp down on littering"; "conquer one's desires"

keep to the curb; "curb your dogs"

place restrictions on; "curtail drinking in school"