naturist

[ ney-cher-ist ]

noun

1. a person who appreciates the beauty and benefits of nature.
2. a nudist.

Other Words From

• natur·ism noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of naturist¹

First recorded in 1675–85; nature + -ist

Example Sentences

Olive Dell Ranch is a residential RV park and “the ideal spot to enjoy the nudist/naturist lifestyle whether visiting for a day or an overnight stay,” according to its website.

From Los Angeles Times

According to its website, Olive Dell Ranch is a family- and couples-friendly nudist resort in Colton, Calif., that is an “ideal spot to enjoy the nudist/naturist lifestyle whether visiting for the day or an overnight stay.”

From Los Angeles Times

Among its notables were Old West lawman Wyatt Earp, who served as temporary marshal for 10 days while he traveled to the Klondike, and naturist John Muir.

From Seattle Times

Founded in 1935 on the site of an old winery that was forced to close due to Prohibition, the naturist resort has survived economic collapses, a world war, creditors, recessions, wildfires and other adversity.

From Seattle Times

Over the decades, the resort also hosted national naturist and nudist conferences, Stout said.

From Seattle Times