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naturist

American  
[ney-cher-ist] / ˈneɪ tʃər ɪst /

noun

  1. a person who appreciates the beauty and benefits of nature.

  2. a nudist.


Other Word Forms

  • naturism noun

Etymology

Origin of naturist

First recorded in 1675–85; nature + -ist

Example Sentences

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Among its notables were Old West lawman Wyatt Earp, who served as temporary marshal for 10 days while he traveled to the Klondike, and naturist John Muir.

From Seattle Times

Lupin Lodge, founded during the Great Depression, has for decades been a magnet for social nudity enthusiasts and naturists.

From Seattle Times

He was also a nudist — the genteel synonym back then was “naturist.”

From Los Angeles Times

Lucas: They talk about themselves as a "family naturist resort," and you see retirees.

From Salon

"Small numbers of naturists have enjoyed walking in quieter areas for decades, long before we began managing the reserve and their presence is tolerated - and indeed legal - provided they adhere to certain behaviours," it said.

From BBC