Curber
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkəːbə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Curber is a noun meaning Someone or something which curbs.
Meaning
Someone or something which curbs.
More Meanings
- (historical slang) A type of thief who used a ‘curb’ or hooked pole to steal things through open windows.
Example Sentences
[T]hey required him as a safeguard against the demon and a curber of other people's crimes.
Night was the natural time for the curber’s activities and striking up an acquaintance with a serving maid was an invaluable way of getting a window left open or learning the exact layout of the rooms in the house.
Word Forms
- curbers
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include curbing, curtailment, curtail, limit, curtailing, decurtation.
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