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A taboo, also spelled tabu, is a social group's ban, prohibition, or avoidance of something (usually an utterance or behavior) based on the group's sense that it is excessively repulsive, offensive, sacred, or allowed only for certain people.
In a group or society, a taboo is something that is not acceptable to talk about or do. An activity or behavior can be taboo in one culture, but not in another. Some things like cannibalism and sexual relationships between siblings are taboo in almost all societies. Sometimes even talking about taboos is taboo.
Many food taboos and other prohibitions forbid the meat of a particular animal, including mammals, rodents, reptiles, amphibians, fish, molluscs, crustaceans and insects, which may relate to a disgust response being more often associated with meats than plant-based foods. [1]
Word taboo, also called taboo language, language taboo or linguistic taboo is a kind of taboo that involves restricting the use of words or other parts of language due to social constraints. This may be due to a taboo on specific parts of the language itself (such as certain words, or sounds), or due to the need to avoid a taboo topic.
20 Jun 2024 · But much like almost every prohibited thing, taboo relationships have an allure of their own. Some dare to explore it, and some are just too afraid to have a peek into the darker sides of their beings.
The Private Secretary to his Majesty King George, he is known as the whip and cane of the King. He has a network of spies who keep him very well informed, but working for The Prince Regent, has...
12 Jul 2024 · With social norms morphing at a breakneck speed, keeping up with what’s kosher and taboo can be difficult. If you grew up generations ago, chances are there are things you used to do freely that...
These words, rooted in taboo, have evolved over centuries, reflecting shifts in societal norms, cultural values, and linguistic trends. This article delves into the origins of swear words,...
Dismantling menstrual taboos to overcome gender inequality. The Editorial by The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health on normalising menstruation and empowering girls. highlighted the need to encourage positive social norms around the menstrual experience to enable behavioural change.
6 Jul 2024 · The long and ‘joyous’ road to revive Nepal’s ancient taboo scripts. A formerly banned Indigenous calligraphy is now being taught and practised ‘joyfully’ in corners of Kathmandu and beyond.
