What does taboo mean?

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

What part of speech is taboo?

Taboo is an adjective, a noun, and a verb.

How many definitions does taboo have?

Taboo has 5 definitions across 3 parts of speech (adjective, noun, verb).

Taboo Definition & Meaning

taboo

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

noun

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

verb

declare as sacred and forbidden

Synonyms for taboo

"Taboo" in song lyrics

See how taboo is used in real songs:

"To let trespassers in the game is taboo"
Black Panther f/ Celph Titled, Oktober — So Cold
"The dopest things in life are guaranteed to be taboo"
Blood of Abraham f/ Will.I.Am — 99¢ Lighter
"Well I wanna hop a Champ MC, chillin with Taboo"
Champ M.C. — Catchin' Wreck

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Frequently asked questions

What does taboo mean?: 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 a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion declare as sacred and forbidden
What part of speech is taboo?: Taboo is an adjective, a noun, and a verb.
How many definitions does taboo have?: Taboo has 5 definitions across 3 parts of speech (adjective, noun, verb).