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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tabu

/tæbuː/ noun · British & US
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What does tabu mean?

noun

A word or phrase that is considered unacceptable or forbidden in a particular context, often due to its association with taboo subjects or behaviors. In linguistics, a word or phrase that is considered ungrammatical or unacceptable in a particular language.

Example

"The use of the word 'tabu' in the title of the book was intended to convey the idea that the subject matter was off-limits."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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