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Tabu

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.  Synonym: taboo.
2.
An inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion.  Synonym: taboo.





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Words linked to "Tabu" :   forbidden, bias, preconception, impermissible, inhibition, prejudice, sacred, Polynesia


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