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KK Pronunciation

〔 tәˋbu 〕

Pronunciation

〔 tәˊbuː 〕


Overview of noun tabu

The noun tabu has 2 senses


  • taboo, tabu -- (a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature)

  • taboo, tabu -- (an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion)


Overview of adj tabu

The adj tabu has 2 senses


  • taboo, tabu -- (forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands)

  • forbidden, out, prohibited, proscribed, taboo, tabu, verboten -- (excluded from use or mention; "forbidden fruit"; "in our house dancing and playing cards were out"; "a taboo subject")