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

The ultra-luxurious package grants access to a private yoga class, a sound bowl experience, a massage treatment aboard a private boat, among other one-of-a-kind wellness experiences. —Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024

Cincinnati Opera performs interactive choral experience featuring holiday classics and lively performances to enjoy amid gentle yoga class for people with dementia and their caregivers. —Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 29 Dec. 2024

You won’t be disappointed by everything that’s included here, which ranges from bathrobes, slippers, and a pillow menu to aerobics and yoga classes and free use of kayaks and snorkeling equipment for an hour each day. —Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024

Martin Short has done hot yoga, which ended in hooking up with Kristen Wiig. —Bethy Squires, Vulture, 22 Dec. 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