Tabu has 6 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Adjective
Noun
1
a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature
2
an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion
3
Alternative spelling of taboo
Verb
1
Alternative spelling of taboo
Adjective
1
forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands
2
excluded from use or mention
"forbidden fruit"
"in our house dancing and playing cards were out"
"a taboo subject"
Example Sentences
"forbidden fruit"
adjective
"in our house dancing and playing cards were out"
adjective
"a taboo subject"
adjective
Broader Terms (hypernyms)