naturism

Thân thiện

A family enjoys naturism on a secluded beach.

Definition

Naturism (noun): The practice of going without clothes in social settings, often in designated areas or communities, for reasons relating to personal comfort, a belief in the health benefits, or a philosophy of harmony with nature.

Usage

• Naturism is typically used to describe an organized lifestyle or social practice, distinct from casual nudity. It emphasizes non-sexual social nudity in appropriate environments.
• It is often associated with specific resorts, beaches, or clubs.
• The term carries a neutral to positive connotation within communities that practice it.

Examples

• The family enjoyed their vacation at a naturism resort on the Mediterranean coast.
• He wrote a book explaining the philosophy behind naturism.
• The beach has a designated section for naturism.

Advanced Usage

• Naturism is sometimes discussed in the context of body positivity and freedom from social conventions regarding dress.
• The legal status and social acceptance of naturism vary significantly between different countries and cultures.

Variants and Related Words

• Naturist (noun): A person who practices or advocates for naturism.
  • Example: The naturists campaigned for more legal clothing-optional beaches.
• Nudism (noun): A near-synonym for naturism, though some distinguish as focusing more on the act of being nude and on a broader lifestyle philosophy.

Synonyms

• Nudism
• Social nudity

Antonyms

• Textilism (a less common term referring to the preference or practice of always being clothed)

Học thuật

Noun

1. going without clothes as a social practice

Từ đồng nghĩa

• nudism