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yoga pants

American  
[yoh-guh pants] / ˈyoʊ 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

Like if you’re not in yoga pants on day one, you’ve already failed.

From Salon • May 23, 2025

There was even a sketchbook open in front of him, and he looked like he was drawing a cross between a space alien and a girl in yoga pants.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon