nudism
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Definition
- Noun:
- The practice of going without clothes, especially in social settings: Nudism refers to the social practice of being nude, often in designated areas or communities, for reasons of comfort, health, or personal philosophy.
Usage
- As a subject: Nudism is often associated with a desire for natural living.
- As an object: Some people practice nudism at private resorts.
- With modifiers: Social nudism, family-friendly nudism.
Examples
- Noun:
- Nudism is legal in many European countries.
- They are advocates of nudism and its health benefits.
- The resort caters to those interested in nudism.
Advanced Usage
- "Philosophical nudism": Nudism practiced as part of a broader lifestyle or belief system about body acceptance and freedom from social constraints.
- His interest was not just recreational but stemmed from a commitment to philosophical nudism.
Variants and Related Words
- Nudist (n): A person who practices or advocates nudism.
- The beach is popular with nudists.
- Naturism (n): A synonym often used interchangeably with nudism, sometimes emphasizing a closer connection with nature.
- Naturism promotes a lifestyle in harmony with nature.
Synonyms
- Naturism: The practice of wearing no clothes in a social context.
- Social nudity: The act of being nude among other people.
Related Phrases
- Nudist colony: (Compound noun) A community or camp where nudism is practiced.
- They spent their vacation at a nudist colony.
- Nude recreation: (Compound noun) Leisure activities undertaken while nude.
- The club specializes in nude recreation.
Related Idioms
Noun
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going without clothes as a social practice
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