woodshed
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
To practice or rehearse using a musical instrument.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
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.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To practice or rehearse a script.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “woodshed” mean?
To practice or rehearse using a musical instrument.
Is “woodshed” formal or informal?
woodshed is generally slang.