jog
jog
Jog (noun) means a slow, steady run, often done for exercise. Example: “She goes for a jog every morning before work.”
noun
1
A slow, steady run, often done for exercise.
"She goes for a jog every morning before work."
verb
1
To run at a relaxed, steady pace.
"He jogs three miles along the river most days."
2
To nudge or push slightly, especially so as to jolt someone's memory.
"Seeing the photo jogged her memory of the trip."
"He jogged my elbow and I spilled my coffee."
How to use jog
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo run gently as exercise, or to nudge something (including someone's memory).
Common pairings
go for a jog
jog someone's memory
jog along
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Word forms
- Plural
- jogs
- Third person singular
- jogs
- Past tense
- jogged
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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.
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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.
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