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

Expect to see families and multi-generational crews enjoying all the complimentary fun across three separate pool experiences, an outdoor volleyball court, a putting green, a soccer field, and yoga classes. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

Meanwhile, Hunt could be seen gazing out at the water while sitting on a yacht’s deck on a beanbag, and doing a yoga pose in their hotel suite in other photos. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026

As the sun rises over Haleakala, an early morning class is a balancing blend of easy yoga movements and meditation, focusing on breath, sight and sound. — Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026

The hotel doesn’t have a gym, but bikes and yoga mats are available. — Katie Nanton, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 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

• hatha yoga
• hot 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