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Definition:

Curbstone refers to a large, usually rectangular stone or concrete block laid at the edge of a sidewalk or road to act as a boundary and support for the pavement.

Senses:

Noun - Physical Object:

A curbstone can be a physical object, typically made of stone or concrete, placed alongside a sidewalk or road.

"I tripped over the curbstone while walking on the sidewalk."

"The car accidentally bumped into the curbstone."

Noun - Figurative:

Curbstone can refer to a person, especially a street vendor, who sells goods or services directly from the sidewalk or street.

"The city was bustling with curbstone vendors selling delicious street food."

"We bought a beautiful handmade necklace from a talented curbstone jewelry seller."

Adjective:

As an adjective, curbstone can describe something related to or characteristic of a curbstone.

"The curbstone market attracted a lot of customers with its unique offerings."

"The event was a curbstone success, drawing in hundreds of attendees."

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