kerb

/kə:b/
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kerb

A child steps down from the kerb to cross the street.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A stone or concrete edging along a street or path: A "kerb" is the raised edge, typically made of stone or concrete, that forms the boundary between a pavement (sidewalk) and a roadway. Its primary function is to provide a physical demarcation and safety barrier.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • Be careful not to trip on the kerb when stepping off the road.
    • The city is replacing the broken kerbstones along the high street.
    • She parked the car with its wheels against the kerb.
Advanced Usage
  • "To mount the kerb": This phrase describes a vehicle accidentally or deliberately driving onto the pavement/sidewalk.
    • The driver lost control and mounted the kerb, narrowly missing pedestrians.
Variants and Related Words
  • Kerbstone (n): An individual stone or block forming part of a kerb.
    • The old granite kerbstones were worn smooth by time.
  • Curb (n): The American English spelling of "kerb". Note: In American English, "curb" can also mean a restraint or check (e.g., "curb your enthusiasm"), which is a different meaning.
    • (UK) Wait at the kerb before crossing.
    • (US) Wait at the curb before crossing.
Synonyms
  • Edge: The boundary or outer part of something.
  • Border: A side or edge.
  • Curb (US variant): The American English equivalent for the physical edge of a road.
Related Phrases
  • Kerb appeal (n): (Chiefly British) The attractiveness of a house or property as viewed from the street, especially as influencing its market value. This is a compound term.
    • They repainted the front door to improve the house's kerb appeal.
  • Kerb crawling (n): (Chiefly British) The illegal act of driving slowly along a street, typically to solicit a prostitute.
    • The police arrested the man for kerb crawling.
Notes on Usage
  • The spelling "kerb" is standard in British English and other Commonwealth varieties (e.g., Australian English) when referring to the stone edge of a pavement.
  • The spelling "curb" is standard in American English for this meaning. Be aware that "curb" has the additional, more common meaning of "to restrain or keep in check".
kerb

A child steps down from the kerb to cross the street.

Noun
  1. an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)

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