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

This could include organizing or incentivizing morning workout sessions (either at work or in subsidized fitness classes) or morning meditation and yoga sessions to encourage your employees to wake up earlier and start their day with positive, healthy habits. —Sammy Rubin, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024

Bushman’s more recent research suggests that calming practices such as meditation, yoga, and deep breathing are better at dissipating rage than, well, raging. —Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 25 Oct. 2024

Details like the Stargazer cabin’s night-sky viewing window above the bed, complimentary s’mores, morning yoga, and kids’ programming makes for an unmatched outdoor experience for everyone from couples to young families. —Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2024

To participate in classes, riders purchase an all-access membership for $44 a month, which also includes classes in meditation, strength training, yoga and other disciplines. —Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2024

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