Cryptic crossword clue
Bans fags outside university 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word TABUS

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What does TABUS mean?

TABUS noun
  1. An inhibition or ban that results from social custom or emotional aversion.
  2. (in Polynesia) Something which may not be used, approached or mentioned because it is sacred.

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