† ˈcurvify,v.Obs. [f. L. curv-us curved + -fy.] a.intr. To become curved or crooked. b.trans. To make curved, bend; to curl (hair). 1599A. M. tr.Gabelhouer's Bk. Physicke 111/1 When any mans Backe beginneth to curvifye or wax croockede.1623Cockeram 11, To make Crooked, curuefie.