jogger

noun

jog·​ger ˈjä-gər 

ˈjȯ-

plural joggers

1

: someone or something that jogs

especially : a person who jogs for exercise

a path used by walkers and joggers

2

joggers plural : pants that have a drawstring or elastic waist and usually tapered legs with snug cuffs and that are worn especially for exercise or comfort

"… men's and women's joggers—a take on sweatpants but with cuffs on the bottom."

—Mark Seymour

Relaxed joggers with a tapered ankle are roomy where you need it, but still show your shape.

—Brad Goreski

… brands are pushing the athleisure look into hyperdrive, as today's women seek comfort over corporate. If you were to take inventory of this year's closet attire, you'd find blazers swapped with sweat shirts, and sweat pants or joggers in favor of dress pants or jeans.

—Michael J. Pallerino

Examples of jogger in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These subtly slim joggers are the perfect swap for my chamois on the drive back home—soft, stretchy, and stink-resistant, thanks to their 85 percent merino wool construction. —Lily Ritter, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024

Right now, the section is packed with everything from the brand's famous Everywhere Belt Bag and Align Leggings to keychains, joggers, shoes, and sweatshirts. —Neha Tandon, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2024

Meander on a morning to see the city come to life with walkers, joggers, and bikers. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024

About 10 minutes after the jogger called 911 to report the body, Collier’s son made a second 911 call reporting a kidnapping. —Lauren De Young, The Arizona Republic, 2 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

jog entry 1 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1637, in the meaning defined at sense 1