yoga

/ˈjoʊ.ɡə/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: yogas

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Any of several Hindu or Buddhist disciplines aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquillity; especially a system of exercises practiced to promote control of the body and mind.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

phép luyện tâm linh để đạt sự yên tĩnh hoàn hảo

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Noun

Examples

If you're not into yoga / If you have half a brain / […] / Then I'm the love that you've looked for / Write to me and escape

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The tree Elaeocarpus joga.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Cây Elaeocarpus joga

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Noun

Examples

A mealybug, Pseudococcus nr. microadonidum Beardsley (Homoptera: Pseudococcidae) has been found feeding on the foliage of E. joga. This mealybug was sometimes found in the domatia of yoga leaves. It has been recorded on coconut, banana, and pandanus from Kiribati, Pohnpei, and Marshall Islands. This

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “yoga” mean?

Any of several Hindu or Buddhist disciplines aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquillity; especially a system of exercises practiced to promote control of the body and mind.

Is “yoga” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.