What is another word for woodshed?

Pronunciation: [wˈʊdʃɛd] (IPA)

Woodshed is a term that is usually associated with the act of practicing or rehearsing a task. Its use can be traced back to the act of chopping wood, where one would retire to the woodshed to sharpen their axe or practice their swing. However, there are several synonyms that can be used to refer to this space. Some common alternatives include practice space, rehearsal room, workspace, study, or studio. Each of these synonyms implies a dedicated area where an individual can work on perfecting their craft or skill. So, whether it's playing an instrument, painting, or writing, finding a woodshed or synonym thereof can be essential for honing one's abilities.

What are the hypernyms for Woodshed?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Woodshed?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for woodshed (as nouns)

Usage examples for Woodshed

He wheeled on two feet and bolted for the hill, clearing the woodshed by mere inches.
"The Shepherd of the North"
Richard Aumerle Maher
With a lightness of foot that was surprising in a mere farm lad, he ran to the woodshed.
"Leo the Circus Boy"
Ralph Bonehill
This one looked out upon a small woodshed and two clucking hens.
"Four Meetings"
Henry James

Famous quotes with Woodshed

  • The youth gets together his materials to build a bridge to the moon, or, perchance, a palace or temple on the earth, and, at length, the middle-aged man concludes to build a woodshed with them.
    I. F. Stone
  • She makes me get up just at the same time every morning; she makes me wash, they comb me all to thunder; she won't let me sleep in the woodshed; I got to wear them blamed clothes that just smothers me, Tom; they don't seem to let any air git through 'em, somehow; and they're so rotten nice that I can't set down, nor lay down, nor roll around anywher's; I hain't slid on a cellar-door for — well, it 'pears to be years; I got to go to church and sweat and sweat — I hate them ornery sermons! I can't ketch a fly in there, I can't chaw. I got to wear shoes all Sunday. The widder eats by a bell; she goes to bed by a bell; she gits up by a bell — everything's so awful reg'lar a body can't stand it.
    Mark Twain

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