Phrase guide

clothing optional

adj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Allowing and encouraging nudity but tolerating the wearing of clothes.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Topics: lifestyle, naturism

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: CO

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Coined by nudists.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: vaatetus vapaa — allowing nudity but tolerating clothes