yogi
noun
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Definition of yogi
1 : a person who practices yoga
2 capitalized : an adherent of Yoga philosophy
3 : a markedly reflective or mystical person
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Both 38 years old, Farzan is a surfer, and Jen is a yogi. — Ethan Millman, latimes.com, "How one couple turned grocery bagging into a fast-growing business," 29 June 2018 Participants will be led by yogi Marge Bacon in an all-levels Vinyasa flow class while enjoying the sounds of nature. — Zipporah Osei, BostonGlobe.com, "A ‘kindness garden’ to spread love and compassion," 28 June 2018 Both her parents were artists, and her father, a yogi, introduced her to the practice, as well as to meditation. — Kevin Riordan, Philly.com, "Not just another java joint, Westmont's Espressit is up for sale," 2 July 2018 He’s called a psychic, a yogi and more by his ardent followers. — Ken Jaworowski, New York Times, "Review: ‘The Doctor From India’ Pushes Nontraditional Medicine," 31 May 2018 The actor is a Reebok x Les Mills ambassador, dance cardio lover, Spartan Race finisher, yogi, and occasional rock climber. — Jenny Mccoy, SELF, "Nina Dobrev Works Her Glutes, Arms, and Core With This 1 Efficient Exercise Move," 15 May 2018 That’s when Kopech’s scorching fastball and fiery nature need to be complemented with a yogi’s tranquility. — Dan Wiederer, chicagotribune.com, "On his climb to the White Sox, Michael Kopech searching for a mental 'flow state'," 31 May 2018 Whether your mom's a yogi, indoor cycling fanatic, or fully in tune with the great outdoors, these 15 gifts will help give her fitness routine an extra special touch. — SELF, "15 Fitness Gifts All Active Moms Will Love," 3 May 2018 Stretch it out: Sam is a yogi, through and through, and emphasizes flexibility in taking care of himself. — Rachel G. Bowers, BostonGlobe.com, "Meet the Patriots’ 2018 NFL Draft class," 30 Apr. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'yogi.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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yogi
noun
English Language Learners Definition of yogi
: a person who practices yoga
Yogi : a follower of Yoga
See the full definition for yogi in the English Language Learners Dictionary
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