Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: taboo
IPA transcription: [tæb'u]
adverb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: forbidden, out(p), prohibited, proscribed, taboo, tabu, verboten
    Meaning: excluded from use or mention; "forbidden fruit"; "in our house dancing and playing cards were out"; "a taboo subject"
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: taboo
    Meaning: declare as sacred and forbidden
Usage examples
  • To the village doctor's wife it was taboo.
  • 'Kanaka no let you go nowhere,' he said; 'you taboo.
  • One fella tree he tambo (taboo) along you altogether.