Kerb

Kerb

A curb.

Example Sentences

"Don't park on the kerb."
"Step off the kerb carefully."

Etymology & History

British spelling of curb (edge between road and pavement). American spelling 'curb'. British 'kerb' preserves older spelling. 'Mounting the kerb' means driving onto sidewalk.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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