The term 'sans clothing' is a French phrase meaning 'without clothing'. The crossword solutions for this term are 'naked' (5 letters), 'nakedly' (7 letters), and 'nude' (4 letters). All three words refer to the state of being without clothing, although they can have slightly different connotations. 'Naked' is the most straightforward, referring to the lack of clothing. 'Nakedly' implies a more intentional or deliberate lack of clothing, while 'nude' often carries an artistic or aesthetic connotation.