jogger

[jog-er]

noun

1. a person who jogs.

2. jogger pants,.  jogging pants. (used with a plural verb),  joggers. casual, tapered pants of soft, absorbent fabric, typically with elastic at the waist and ankles.

jogger

/ ˈdʒɒɡə /

noun

1. a person who runs at a jog trot over some distance for exercise, usually regularly

2. a cart with rubber-tyred wheels used on a farm

Word History and Origins

Origin of jogger¹

First recorded in 1965–70; jog ¹ ( def. ) + -er ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

From bus drivers slowing down to wave, to passing joggers stopping for a hug, Ms Wiggins said she was often approached by people showing their support.

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He was wearing a black T-shirt and black jogger bottoms.

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She misses the rhythms of her neighborhood — the friendly waves while out for walks, the sound of one neighbor’s trumpet through the windows at night, the jogger who sings on his runs.

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A jogger sprints up the steps, then waits next to an older fellow with his hands in his pockets.

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Five teenagers, dubbed the Central Park 5, were convicted of attacking the jogger.

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