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Woodshed

//ˈwʊdˌʃɛd// noun, verb, slang

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An enclosed, roofed structure, often an outbuilding, used primarily to store firewood.
  2. 2
    a shed for storing firewood or garden tools wordnet
  3. 3
    A place where punishments or reprimands are administered. informal

    "The State Department is incensed, and if this conference fails it will be the woodshed for three Central American presidents."

Verb
  1. 1
    To practice or rehearse using a musical instrument. slang

    "Recently, I have taken up the double bass again, but because time and neglect erode ability, calluses turn soft, and muscle memory fades, I need to woodshed (practice) to get back into shape and build up my chops."

  2. 2
    To practice or rehearse a script. slang

    "In previous chapters, I've covered many ways to woodshed a script and dozens of techniques for bringing the words to life. Now, I'm going to suggest something completely different: Try performing your script completely cold the first time through."

  3. 3
    To self-isolate in order to work on one's artistic development or to produce work without interruptions.

    "His latest novel sheds light on an émigré writer’s woodshedding period."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From wood + shed.

Etymology 2

From wood + shed.

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