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naturism

noun
na·​tur·​ism | \ ˈnā-chə-ˌri-zəm How to pronounce naturism (audio) \

Definition of naturism

1a : naturalism sense 1
b : naturalism sense 2
2 : the worship of the forces of nature
3 : nudism
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Other Words from naturism

naturist \ ˈnā-​chə-​rist How to pronounce naturist (audio) \ noun

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 That might seem like a steep estimate, but naturism does seem to be gaining steam in France. — Brigit Katz, Smithsonian, "Parisian Nudists Get Designated Area to Frolic “au Naturel”," 31 Aug. 2017

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First Known Use of naturism

1847, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about naturism

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