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Taboo

TABOO', n. In the isles of the Pacific, a word denoting prohibition or religious interdict, which is of great force among the inhabitants.
TABOO', v.t. To forbid, or to forbid the use of; to interdict approach or use; as, to taboo the ground set apart as a sanctuary for criminals. Tabooed ground is held sacred and inviolable.
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