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taboo
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excluded from use or mention
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forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands
Taboo
01
a topic, term, or action that is forbidden or avoided for religious or cultural reasons
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a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature
to taboo
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declare as sacred and forbidden
Example
The comedian's performance was characterized by an uninhibited style, tackling taboo topics with fearless humor.
The company's brazen advertising campaign pushed boundaries by addressing taboo subjects to attract attention.
