Meaning of the word "forbidden fruit" in English
What does "forbidden fruit" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
forbidden fruit
US /fɚˌbɪd.ən ˈfruːt/
UK /fəˈbɪd.ən fruːt/
Idiom
something desired or pleasurable that is not allowed or is illicit
Example:
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The secret affair was their forbidden fruit.
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For some, staying up late feels like a kind of forbidden fruit.
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