jog
8 synonyms for jog, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A slow, steady run, often done for exercise.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A slow, steady run, often done for exercise.
“She goes for a jog every morning before work.”
How to use jog
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
go for a jog
jog someone's memory
jog along
Etymology
Origin uncertain; possibly from Middle English joggen, related to a word meaning "to pierce or prod," or from an old sense of "shog" meaning to shake or jolt.
Full origin of jog →Frequently asked questions
What does “jog” mean?
The word “jog” means a slow, steady run, often done for exercise. In plain terms, to run gently as exercise, or to nudge something (including someone's memory).
How do you pronounce “jog”?
“Jog” is pronounced jog (/d͡ʒɑɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “jog” in a sentence?
Here is “jog” used in a sentence: “She goes for a jog every morning before work.”
What part of speech is “jog”?
Depending on how it is used, “jog” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “jog” come from?
The word “jog” comes from Middle English. Origin uncertain; possibly from Middle English joggen, related to a word meaning "to pierce or prod," or from an old sense of "shog" meaning to shake or jolt.
Is “jog” a common word?
“Jog” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “jog” have?
“Jog” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a slow, steady run, often done for exercise.
