GYMNOSOPHY

gymnosophy

(noun) the doctrine of a sect of Hindu philosophers who practiced nudity and asceticism and meditation

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

gymnosophy (uncountable)

(historical) A philosophy and lifestyle based around the idea that nudity is a natural condition and should be widely acceptable in society.

Source: Wiktionary


Gym*nos"o*phy, n.

Definition: The doctrines of the Gymnosophists. Good.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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