Kerbstone

/ˈkɜːrbstəʊn/
noun

A stone set along the edge of a road to form a curb.

The car parked right against the kerbstone
Visual representation of "kerbstone" - A stone set along the edge of a road to form a curb

Often appears as...

  • along the kerbstone
  • against the kerbstone
noun

A stone set along the edge of a road to form a curb.

The car parked right against the kerbstone
Visual representation of "kerbstone" - A stone set along the edge of a road to form a curb

Often appears as...

  • along the kerbstone
  • against the kerbstone
Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "kerbstone"
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Roadside Indicator

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

Illustration for Roadside Indicator
He glanced down to check the kerbstone before stepping off the pavement.
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Parking Guide

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

Illustration for Parking Guide
Ensure your car's wheels are close to the kerbstone when parallel parking.
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British Spelling

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

Illustration for British Spelling
He tripped over a loose kerbstone on the London street.
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Roadside Indicator

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

Illustration for Roadside Indicator
He glanced down to check the kerbstone before stepping off the pavement.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Parking Guide

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

Illustration for Parking Guide
Ensure your car's wheels are close to the kerbstone when parallel parking.
LampPro Tip 3/3

British Spelling

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

Illustration for British Spelling
He tripped over a loose kerbstone on the London street.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Roadside Indicator

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

Illustration for Roadside Indicator
He glanced down to check the kerbstone before stepping off the pavement.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Parking Guide

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

Illustration for Parking Guide
Ensure your car's wheels are close to the kerbstone when parallel parking.
LampPro Tip 3/3

British Spelling

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

Illustration for British Spelling
He tripped over a loose kerbstone on the London street.
Visual representation of the word "Kerbstone"

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