taboo

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/tæˈbuː/ English

Definitions

noun

An inhibition or ban that results from social custom or emotional aversion.
(in Polynesia) Something which may not be used, approached or mentioned because it is sacred.

verb

To mark as taboo.
To ban.
To avoid.

adjective

Excluded or forbidden from use, approach or mention.
Culturally forbidden.

Related words

Synonyms

tabu prohibited forbidden impermissible out sacred proscribed off-limits no-no nono discreet ban banned illicit verboten unmentionable

Associated

incest taboos menstruation eyed freud tuesday peas nudity sexuality topic pork

Rhymes

blue slew subdue pursue true view construe hitherto eschew purview

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