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yoga pants

American  
[yoh-guh pants] / ˈjoʊ gə ˌpænts /

noun

(used with a plural verb)
  1. pants made of a stretchable knit fabric, worn as exercise or casual wear.

    slim-fitting yoga pants with a flared leg.


Etymology

Origin of yoga pants

So called because worn when doing yoga

Example Sentences

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Most Lululemon customers shell out $118 for its yoga pants because of the brand’s status and suitability, not because of their “sustainability,” as Mr. Paxton claims.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

The trial heard how her niece soon used her cash to buy £136 yoga pants.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Lululemon recently came under criticism from analysts for its partnership with the NFL, on concerns that it would further muddle the waters for a company better known for its yoga pants than for football merchandise.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 11, 2025

And on those winter days when you’re at risk of freezing like an ice sculpture on the sidewalk, we’re standing around in yoga pants and board shorts, pretending we’ve just been surfing.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2024

Justin has his SLR digital camera around his neck like always, and Kristina is in a pair of yoga pants and an oversize Yale sweatshirt.

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King

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