English Reference
Noun

nudist

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US /ˈnudɪst/ UK /njˈuːdɪst/ nud·ist UK spelling nudists

n.a person who chooses to be naked in public, especially at special beaches or clubs. This word is often used to describe someone who enjoys being in the sun without clothes.

n.a person who practices nudism, typically in designated public areas such as beaches or resorts. Often carries a slightly dated or informal tone in modern usage.


SIMPLE

The nudist walked along the beach without any clothes.

CONTEXTUAL

The resort caters specifically to nudists, offering private cabanas and a strict policy of clothing-free relaxation.

COMPLEX

While the nudist movement gained significant traction in the mid-twentieth century, modern social norms have largely confined such practices to specific, legally protected enclaves.

When they have a chance, they hide in the dunes and study adult bodies at the nudist beach with fascination/repulsion.

The Guardian· 19 Aug 2026

From nude + -ist.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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