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

As a former fitness coach who now works remotely, his wardrobe is basically a rotation of joggers, performance tees, and hoodies that can handle everything from video calls to weekend hikes and gym sessions. —Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2025

Luckily, Amazon’s fashion section is a treasure trove of linen pants, including joggers, flowy capris, and wide-leg options for every occasion. —Emily Weaver, People.com, 3 May 2025

Carlsbad 5000 What: The county’s most popular 5K is expected to draw nearly 8,000 joggers, talented age-groupers and professionals competing in a series of races. —Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025

Quince took its best-selling joggers and gave them a sleeker silhouette and anti-pilling upgrade. —Claire Gallam, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2025

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