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Word

yoga

Phoneticsyo·ga

US/ˈjoʊɡə/

UK/jˈəʊɡɐ/

Definitions

01physical exercise

A2

n. a popular way of exercising that involves stretching your body into different positions to become stronger and more relaxed.

n. a system of physical postures and breathing techniques practiced to promote flexibility, strength, and mental well-being.

“She does yoga every morning to help with her back pain.”

“Many people practice yoga to counteract the physical strain of sitting at a desk all day.”

Pitfall

I am going to play yoga this afternoon.

I am going to do yoga this afternoon.

Use the verb 'do' or 'practice' with yoga, not 'play'.

02spiritual discipline

B2 · Religion

n. a set of ancient Hindu and Buddhist traditions used to train the mind and spirit.

n. any of several traditional Hindu or Buddhist disciplines aimed at achieving spiritual insight and tranquility through meditation.

“The monk spent years studying the deeper spiritual aspects of yoga.”

“In its traditional context, yoga is a comprehensive philosophical system rather than a mere sequence of physical movements.”

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