plural joggers
1
: someone or something that jogs
especially : a person who jogs for exercise
a path used by walkers and joggers
2
joggers plural : pants that have a drawstring or elastic waist and usually tapered legs with snug cuffs and that are worn especially for exercise or comfort
"… men's and women's joggers—a take on sweatpants but with cuffs on the bottom."Mark Seymour
Relaxed joggers with a tapered ankle are roomy where you need it, but still show your shape.Brad Goreski
… brands are pushing the athleisure look into hyperdrive, as today's women seek comfort over corporate. If you were to take inventory of this year's closet attire, you'd find blazers swapped with sweat shirts, and sweat pants or joggers in favor of dress pants or jeans.Michael J. Pallerino

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The only thing more cozy than a soft sweater is a pair of sweater joggers like this 100-percent cotton style from Gap. Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026 The cinchable cords at the hem to turn them into joggers, giving you two looks in one. Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 The concierge desk stocks towels, maps, and cans of mineral water each morning for joggers before and after their exercise. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026 There didn't appear to be any walkers, joggers or bikers on the path in the area at the time and there were no reports of any injuries. Jesse Sarles, CBS News, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for jogger

Word History

Etymology

jog entry 1 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1637, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of jogger was in 1637

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“Jogger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jogger. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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