Noa
What is another word for Noa? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adj — Not under taboo; safe to say or use in place of a forbidden word or sacred name (used in anthropology, especially of Polynesian custom).
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Etymology
From Polynesian languages, where it forms a pair with "tapu" (the source of the English word "taboo") — noa marking what is free of restriction.
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What does “Noa” mean?
The word “Noa” means not under taboo; safe to say or use in place of a forbidden word or sacred name (used in anthropology, especially of Polynesian custom). In plain terms, the opposite of taboo — something ordinary and safe to use or speak, rather than sacred or forbidden.
How do you use “Noa” in a sentence?
Here is “Noa” used in a sentence: “The chief's name became noa again once the mourning period ended.”
What part of speech is “Noa”?
“Noa” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “Noa” have?
“Noa” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not under taboo; safe to say or use in place of a forbidden word or sacred name (used in anthropology, especially of Polynesian custom).
