Definition of Tabu

Noun

  • an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion
  • a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature

Adjective

  • excluded from use or mention
    "forbidden fruit"
    "in our house dancing and playing cards were out"
    "a taboo subject"
  • forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands
Based on WordNet 3.0, Farlex clipart collection. © 2003-2012 Princeton University, Farlex Inc.

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Unscramble tabu

15 unscramble word found using the letters tabu.
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