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verbcurvedcurv·ing
Definition of CURVE
intransitive verb
: to have or take a turn, change, or deviation from a straight line or plane surface without sharp breaks or angularity
transitive verb
1
: to cause to curve
2
: to throw a curveball to (a batter)
3
: to grade (as an examination) on a curve
Examples of CURVE
- The tail curves over the dog's back.
- The road curves to the left.
- The fence curves in toward the side of the house.
- The railing curves out near the observation platform.
Origin of CURVE
Latin curvare, from curvus
First Known Use: 1594
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