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Word Introduced Into English By Captain Cook For Social Bans Or Prohibitions Or Unmentionables Crossword Clue
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TABOOS which was last seen in the Telegraph Giant General Knowledge crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TABOOS
Updated: October 12, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "TABOOS" which means:
- noun
- • A prejudice (especially in polynesia and other south pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature
- • An inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion adjective satellite
- • Excluded from use or mention
- • Forbidden to profane use especially in south pacific islands verb
- • Declare as sacred and forbidden
An example sentence would be:
- • "In some cultures, there are strict taboos against eating certain types of food."
- • "Breaking social taboos can result in significant consequences in some societies."
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