A taboo is a strong social prohibition (or ban) against words, objects, actions or discussions as they're considered undesirable or offensive by a group, culture, society, or community. Breaking a taboo is usually considered objectionable or abhorrent. Some taboo activities or customs are prohibited by law and transgressions may lead to severe penalties. Other taboos result in embarrassment, shame and rudeness. Etymology Common etymology traces the word back to the Tongan tapu or the Fijian tab… (More on Taboo)