ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Kapu

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Kapu is a noun meaning Taboo, especially in Hawaiian contexts.

Meaning

Taboo, especially in Hawaiian contexts.

Example Sentences

The operation of taboos – or kapu – kept society ordered, quite cruelly on occasion.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include tambu, kapa, pak-ah-pu, pantang, pakalolo, kikepa.

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