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Skinny-Dipping

/ˈskɪni ˈdɪpɪŋ/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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As noun
  1. 1

    The act of swimming while naked.

    "They decided to go skinny-dipping in the lake during their summer vacation."
  2. 2

    A recreational activity often associated with freedom and spontaneity.

    "Skinny-dipping is a popular activity among friends at beach parties."

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The term 'skinny-dipping' originated in the United States in the early 20th century, combining 'skinny', a colloquial term for being bare or nude, with 'dipping', referring to the act of immersing oneself in water. The phrase reflects a playful and carefree attitude towards nudity in natural settings.

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