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

To indulge and still be productive, which helps to explain the rise of international cycling tours, luxe tennis boot camps, and tropical wellness retreats that pair sunrise yoga with cold plunges. —Jenna Ryu, SELF, 17 Nov. 2025

Rooms and suites reflect a similar coastal-cool aesthetic, and amenities—such as a nightly wine-and-cheese social hour, weekly yoga classes, and bike rentals—abound. —Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Nov. 2025

Amenities include a 29th-floor waterfront spa, a fitness center with dedicated Pilates and yoga studios, a restorative lounge, a rooftop pool deck with cabanas and cold plunges, and a 240-foot waterfront boardwalk with private boat slips. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 15 Nov. 2025

Born Hillary Lynn Hayward-Thomas in Boston, Massachusetts, the former yoga teacher was accused of exaggerating her Spanish heritage after details of her past were uncovered on social media in 2020. —Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 14 Nov. 2025

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

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