"curb extension" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: curb extensions [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} curb extension (plural curb extensions)
  1. (traffic engineering) A traffic calming measure that widens the sidewalk for a short distance. Wikipedia link: curb extension Categories (topical): Traffic engineering Synonyms: curb bump-out, bulb-out
    Sense id: en-curb_extension-en-noun-o2sHn613 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, traffic, transport

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