tabu Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature
    taboo.
  2. noun an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion
    taboo.
  3. adjective satellite forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands
    taboo.
  4. adjective satellite excluded from use or mention
    proscribed; forbidden; prohibited; verboten; taboo; out.
    • forbidden fruit
    • in our house dancing and playing cards were out
    • a taboo subject

WordNet


Ta*bu" noun & verb
Definitions
  1. See Taboo.

Webster 1913