noun
nudist
NYOO-dihst
Nudist (noun) means a person who practises nudism, believing clothing is unnecessary in appropriate settings. Example: “The beach is popular with nudists during the summer.”
noun
1
A person who practises nudism, believing clothing is unnecessary in appropriate settings.
"The beach is popular with nudists during the summer."
adj
1
Relating to nudism or nudists.
"They stayed at a nudist resort on their holiday."
How to use nudist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone (or something) associated with the practice of going unclothed as a lifestyle choice.
Common pairings
nudist beach
nudist colony
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Word forms
- Plural
- nudists
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Etymology
From "nude" + the suffix "-ist."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “nudist” mean?
The word “nudist” means a person who practises nudism, believing clothing is unnecessary in appropriate settings. In plain terms, someone (or something) associated with the practice of going unclothed as a lifestyle choice.
How do you pronounce “nudist”?
“Nudist” is pronounced NYOO-dihst (/ˈnudɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “nudist” in a sentence?
Here is “nudist” used in a sentence: “The beach is popular with nudists during the summer.”
What part of speech is “nudist”?
Depending on how it is used, “nudist” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “nudist” have?
“Nudist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who practises nudism, believing clothing is unnecessary in appropriate settings.
