Noun
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an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion
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a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature
Verb
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declare as sacred and forbidden
Adjective
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forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands
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excluded from use or mention
"forbidden fruit"
"in our house dancing and playing cards were out"
"a taboo subject"