Meaning & use
Survivalist
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A person who prepares to survive in the wild or during a major societal disaster by stockpiling supplies and learning outdoor skills.
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The survivalist kept a fully stocked bunker in case of emergencies.
Survivalist forums are full of advice on foraging and building shelters.
A note on using this word
The term gained wider use in the 1970s and 80s amid Cold War anxieties, and has since broadened to cover general emergency-preparedness enthusiasts.
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prepper
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