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Definition taboo in British English

taboo adjective

adjective
/təˈbuː/
1

if something is taboo, people do not do it or talk about it because it is offensive or shocking

Synonyms and related words
shocking appalling outrageous
2

something that is taboo is not allowed by a particular religion or culture

3

not accepted as correct

Example

Cocktails and after-dinner brandies are strictly taboo.

Synonyms and related words
evil wicked gross
Definition taboo in British English