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Uncommontaboo
The correct spelling is taboo.
How to pronounce taboo
noun
IPA: /tæˈbuː/
Say it like: Tab-oo
The correct spelling is taboo. An inhibition or ban that results from social custom or emotional aversion.
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Meanings
noun
- 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.
verb
- 1.To mark as taboo.
- 2.To ban.
- 3.To avoid.
adjective
- 1.Excluded or forbidden from use, approach or mention.
- 2.Culturally forbidden.
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