yoga

yo·ga | \ ˈyō-gə

Definition of yoga

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 sometimes meditation derived from Yoga but often practiced independently especially in Western cultures to promote physical and emotional well-being

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Recent Examples on the Web Its community wellness rooms will offer free meditation and yoga classes. — Gwendolyn Wu, Houston Chronicle, "CVS launches HealthHUB as part of health care expansion," 14 Jan. 2020 Mind-body programs like yoga and mindfulness are indicative of the yearning many people have to be in the happier present moment. — James Carmody, The Conversation, "Why we are hard-wired to worry, and what we can do to calm down," 10 Jan. 2020 Everyone here loves essential oils and yoga, and Meghan would fit right in. — oregonlive, "5 reasons Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan should move to Oregon after quitting the royal game," 8 Jan. 2020 The simplest of all relaxation strategies is slow diaphragmatic breathing, similar to that used in meditation and yoga. — David Shearer, Quartz, "Fight performance anxiety with the same techniques elite athletes use," 7 Dec. 2019 Through the UndocuHealth program, Garcia Mendoza teaches other undocumented immigrants about holistic health practices like yoga and meditative breathing. — Olivia Sanchez, USA TODAY, "Endless fear: Undocumented immigrants grapple with anxiety, depression under Trump," 25 Aug. 2019 Wright learned different techniques to calm her spirit, like yoga and meditation. — al, "Birmingham high schoolers to receive mental health kits thanks to local effort," 14 Aug. 2019 Schools should have classes on de-stressing techniques like yoga and how to find healthy ways of dealing with stress. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Your Say: How can we improve public education?," 14 June 2019 An offseason regimen comprising a stricter diet and weekly yoga paid off for Jones, particularly in the first half of the season. — Carter Karels, Indianapolis Star, "Tony Jones Jr. declares for the NFL Draft, leaving intrigue for Notre Dame's running back room," 1 Jan. 2020

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“Yoga.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yoga?pronunciation&lang=en_us&dir=y&file=yoga0001. Accessed 25 January 2020.

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yoga

noun

English Language Learners Definition of yoga

: a system of exercises for mental and physical health

: a Hindu philosophy that teaches a person to experience inner peace by controlling the body and mind

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yoga

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yo·ga | \ ˈyō-gə

Medical Definition of yoga

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

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