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

Kindred also offers in-room treatments, yoga classes, and sound baths. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2026

The retreat participants similarly incorporated an array of practices into their daily lives, including yoga, meditation and the use of essential oils. — Adrienne Krone, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2026

In August, the reëlection campaign of the North Carolina state senator Michael Lee, a Republican, released an ad attacking his Democratic opponent, a yoga-studio owner named Jessica Bichler. — Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026

There are also guided nature walks, live music, stargazing, and yoga classes offered through the property. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026

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

• Ashtanga yoga
• Hatha yoga
• hot yoga
• Iyengar yoga
• Vinyasa 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