Taboo (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands.
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Meaning 2
Excluded from use or mention; "forbidden fruit"; "in our house dancing and playing cards were out"; "a taboo subject".
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All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Discussing one's salary is a taboo topic in many cultures.
- In some tribes, the mountain was considered a taboo place to visit.
- Cursing in front of children is taboo in most families.
- The word "cancer" was once taboo and never mentioned aloud.
- Death is a taboo subject in many societies around the world.