Slang

no-no

This page is about the slang term no-no

Meaning

something that must not be done

For example

  • Wearing socks with sandals is a no-no for our kids. Their friends would tease them and say they looked ridiculous.

  • Kissing in public is a no-no in many Middle Eastern countries.

Note:
almost always used with the indefinite article "a"

Quick Quiz

If you're told that something is a "no-no", it means

a. it's out of stock

b. it's not a "yes-yes"

c. you shouldn't do it
a) it's out of stock b) it's not a "yes-yes" c) you shouldn't do it

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Contributor: Matt Errey