curve

What is the Definition of curve?

Noun:

1. the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes
2. a line on a graph representing data
3. a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter
4. the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface
5. curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.)

Verb:

1. turn sharply; change direction abruptly
2. extend in curves and turns
3. form an arch or curve
4. bend or cause to bend
5. form a curl, curve, or kink

Other meanings of curve (synonyms, cognates).