woodshedded Definition
- 1to practice or rehearse intensively, especially privately
- 2to scold or reprimand severely
Using woodshedded: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "woodshedded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The band woodshedded for hours before their performance.
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She woodshedded her speech until she had it memorized.
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The coach woodshedded the team after their poor performance.
woodshedded Synonyms and Antonyms
Origins of woodshedded
from the literal meaning of practicing in a woodshed, away from others
Summary: woodshedded in Brief
'Woodshedded' [woo d-shed-id] is a verb that means to practice or rehearse intensively, especially privately, or to scold or reprimand severely. It comes from the idea of practicing in a woodshed, away from others. Examples include 'The band woodshedded for hours before their performance' and 'The coach woodshedded the team after their poor performance.' Synonyms include 'rehearse,' 'practice,' and 'rebuke.'
