yoga

noun

yo·​ga ˈyō-gə 

1

Yoga : 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 Yogic

Examples of yoga in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There is a weekly schedule of group activities to pick from such as the morning mantra chanting, group yoga sessions, Vedanta talks, excursions to the village, treks to local peaks, nature and forest walks. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026

Other highlights include a foredeck sports court for basketball, pickleball, yoga, or pilates, a sundeck with a Jacuzzi, bar, fire pit, and dining area, a wellness retreat, a dedicated watersports area with diving and fishing facilities, and not one but two outdoor cinemas. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026

When not plucking away at a keyboard, Madison teaches yoga and mountain bikes with her two Australian shepherds, Cholla and Poppy, through Missoula's Rattlesnake Wilderness. —Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026

The walk-in double shower was ultra-powerful, and a yoga mat was a nod to the bohemian vibe. —Laura French, TheWeek, 16 Mar. 2026

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
• hot yoga
• yoga pant
• yoga pants

Rhymes for yoga

• toga
• conestoga

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