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

Quince's Flowknit tee and mid-rise joggers both wick moisture to keep you dry if things get sweaty, while offering plenty of stretch for hours of comfort. —Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026

Tapata Straight-leg Track Pants Sporty but stylish, these comfy track pants are a fun upgrade from standard joggers. —Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026

Sidewalks and riverside paths in the area are often crowded with pedestrians, joggers and cyclists. —Michael Casey, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026

Wearing his trademark joggers and hoodie or quarter-zip pullover, Minter normally looks at ease. —Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 12 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

jog entry 1 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1637, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for jogger

• auger
• augur
• blogger
• dogger
• laager
• lager
• logger
• cataloger
• cataloguer
• uncompahgre