Kerbstone

/ˈkɜːrbstəʊn/

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Kerbstones are helpful indicators of where the pavement meets the road, guiding pedestrians.

He glanced down to check the kerbstone before stepping off the pavement.

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Kerbstones also guide drivers when parking; too far from the kerbstone may obstruct traffic.

Ensure your car's wheels are close to the kerbstone when parallel parking.

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Remember 'kerbstone' is a British English term; American English uses 'curbstone'.

He tripped over a loose kerbstone on the London street.

Curbstone

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