Definitions of curve:

  • noun:   a baseball thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approach the batter
  • noun:   a line on a graph representing data
  • noun:   the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes
  • noun:   curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.)
  • noun:   the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface
  • verb:   extend in curves and turns
  • verb:   form a curl, curve, or kink
  • verb:   bend or cause to bend
    Example: "The road curved sharply"
  • verb:   form an arch or curve
    Example: "Her hips curve nicely"
  • verb:   turn sharply; change direction abruptly