What is the meaning of the word "tabu"?

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  1. A practice, subject, or behavior taht is banned or strongly discouraged by a culture or group. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Talking about money was a social tabu in their family. copy to clipboard
  2. Something forbidden or off-limits according to social norms or belief. copy to clipboard ADJECTIVE
    • It was tabu to question the elders' decisions. copy to clipboard

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