naturism

noun

na·tur·ism | \ ˈnā-chə-ˌri-zəm

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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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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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The first known use of naturism was in 1847

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