noun
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the state or fact of being nude; nakedness
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rare a nude figure, esp in art
Other Word Forms
- seminudity noun
Etymology
Origin of nudity
From the Latin word nūditās, dating back to 1605–15. See nude, -ity
Example Sentences
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And Shane’s discomfort at hearing Ilya say it shows how challenging that level of emotional nudity is for these two to skate around.
From Salon
Many artworks were deemed inappropriate for public display because of nudity, religious sensitivities or political implications.
From BBC
In 2008, India's Supreme Court refused to launch criminal proceedings against Husain, saying that his paintings were not obscene and nudity was common in Indian iconography and history.
From BBC
To its embarrassment, the Katy ISD Board of Trustees realized that its “nudity” bans had extended to several elementary school library books depicting cartoon backsides.
From Salon
Lupin Lodge, founded during the Great Depression, has for decades been a magnet for social nudity enthusiasts and naturists.
From Seattle Times
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