yoga

noun

yo·​ga ˈyō-gə 

1

capitalized : a Hindu theistic philosophy teaching the suppression of all activity of body, mind, and will in order that the self may realize its distinction from them and attain liberation

2

: a system of physical postures, breathing techniques, and sometimes meditation derived from Yoga but often practiced independently especially in Western cultures to promote physical and emotional well-being

yogic

ˈyō-gik 

adjective often capitalized

Examples of yoga in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Attendees at the event enjoyed live music, delicious local food and drink, Jewish learning and crafts, yoga, and opportunities for all ages to dig into the soil and nurture the land, a news release stated. —News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025

Just like in years past, the 2025 festival will have live music, races, yoga and more. —Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2025

Both the men's and women's locker rooms have their own sauna and eucalyptus steam room. Upstairs, all group fitness classes take place across three studios: one for circuit training, one for yoga (heated and unheated), and one for reformer pilates. —Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025

The city has 308 parks, 855 spas and 121 yoga studios, according to Away Holidays. —Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 9 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Sanskrit, literally, yoking, from yunakti he yokes; akin to Latin jungere to join — more at yoke

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing yoga

• hatha yoga
• yoga pant
• yoga pants

Kids Definition

yoga

noun

yo·​ga ˈyō-gə 

1

capitalized : a Hindu philosophy teaching that by holding back the activity of one's body, mind, and will one can know one's true self and be free

2

: a system of exercises for gaining bodily or mental control and well-being

Medical Definition

yoga

noun

yo·​ga ˈyō-gə 

1

capitalized : a Hindu theistic philosophy teaching the suppression of all activity of body, mind, and will in order that the self may realize its distinction from them and attain liberation

2

: a system of physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation derived from Yoga but often practiced independently especially in Western cultures to promote bodily or mental control and well-being see hatha yoga

yogic

-gik 

adjective