jegging

noun

jeg·​ging ˈje-giŋ How to pronounce jegging (audio)
plural jeggings
: a legging that is made of stretchable fabric and that resembles tight fitting denim jeans
usually used in plural
a pair of jeggings
In its Fall 2017 Look Book, for example, Talbots pairs red suede ankle-strap flats with dark denim five-pocket jeggings, an indigo-and-ivory striped turtleneck and a red cardigan trimmed in black.The Buffalo News

Examples of jegging in a Sentence

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There are also major markdowns on wardrobe staples like these comfy Aeropostale jeggings that are up to 79 percent off and these everyday sneakers from Adidas, the brand that Jennifer Aniston, Anne Hathaway, and more A-listers wear on repeat. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026 Stretch denim was a focus for American Eagle, which included new low- and high-rise fits for women’s jeggings in its fall Denim X collection. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 Jan. 2026 Amazon’s Cyber Monday sale features comfy clothing deals up to 76% off, including these Democracy jeggings and these Ugg joggers that are $84 off right now. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2025 Amazon Essentials Amazon Essentials Women's Pull-On Knit Jegging Shop at Amazon These jeggings—a cross between leggings and jeans—have the perfect blend of stretch and stiff. Colleen Sullivan, Women's Health, 28 Mar. 2023 Denim hi-rise jegging, AMERICAN EAGLE, $40, ae.com. Redbook, 3 Aug. 2017

Word History

Etymology

j(eans) + (l)egging

First Known Use

2009, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of jegging was in 2009

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“Jegging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jegging. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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