hatha yoga

[hath-uh-yoh-guh, huht-uh-]

noun

1. (in yoga) a method utilizing physical exercises to control the body and attain union of the self with the Supreme Being.

hatha yoga

/ ˈhæθə, ˈhʌtə /

noun

1. (sometimes capitals) a form of yoga concerned chiefly with the regulation of breathing by exercises consisting of various postures designed to maintain healthy functioning of the body and to induce mental calm Compare raja yoga

Word History and Origins

Origin of hatha yoga¹

First recorded in 1810–20; from Sanskrit haṭhayoga, equivalent to haṭha “force” + yoga ( def. )

Word History and Origins

Origin of hatha yoga¹

C20: from Sanskrit hatha force + _yoga