Taboo

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1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.3 Adjective

English

Etymology

Tongan tabu prohibited

Noun

taboo (or tabu)

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

Adjective

taboo (or tabu)

1. Excluded or forbidden from use, approach or mention
   • Incest is a taboo subject in most soaps