Jog

Jog

Verb & Noun · /dʒɒɡ/

Definition

To run at a slow, steady pace, especially for exercise; also to nudge or shake gently, or to prompt someone's memory.

Origin

Late 16th century. Possibly related to dialectal English shog (to shake) or Middle English joggen. First used to mean "to push lightly"; the running sense developed in the 17th century.