Definition of tabu
English to English noun - a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature
source: WordNet 3.0 - an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion
source: WordNet 3.0 - See Taboo.
source: Webster 1913 adjective satellite - forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands
source: WordNet 3.0 - excluded from use or mention
Forbidden fruit.
In our house dancing and playing cards were out.
A taboo subject.
source: WordNet 3.0
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tabu, tab, tabo, taob, taba, tabi, tabby, tb, topau, taboy, taboo, taupe, tabefy, taupie, thb, tup, tap, tib, tub, type ab
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