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nud⋅ism

  [noo-diz-uhm, nyoo-]
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–noun
the practice of going nude, esp. in places that allow sexually mixed groups, in the belief that such practice benefits health.
Origin:
1925–30; nude + -ism

Related forms:
nudist, noun, adjective
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nud·ism   (nōō'dĭz'əm, nyōō'-)   
n.  The belief in or practice of going nude, especially in secluded, sexually mixed groups for reasons of health.
nud'ist adj. & n.
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nudism

the practice of going without clothes, generally for reasons of health or comfort. Nudism is a social practice in which the sexes interact freely but commonly without engaging in sexual activities

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