The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 plus 1 letter word TABOOS} –
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does TABOOS} – mean?
TABOOS} – noun- An inhibition or ban that results from social custom or emotional aversion.
- (in Polynesia) Something which may not be used, approached or mentioned because it is sacred.