workshop

noun

work·​shop ˈwərk-ˌshäp How to pronounce workshop (audio)
1
: a small establishment where manufacturing or handicrafts are carried on
2
3
: a usually brief intensive educational program for a relatively small group of people that focuses especially on techniques and skills in a particular field

Examples of workshop in a Sentence

He's in his workshop working on the lawnmower. a workshop for making high-end furniture
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In 2021, Xi had announced plans for 10 Luban workshops in SCO countries over the next three years. Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025 Interns are paid and work between 10 to 15 weeks with opportunities to attend workshops and seminars that teach topics like email etiquette, how to create elevator pitches and other social skills. Peyton Robinson, Freep.com, 3 Sep. 2025 The South Coast Botanic Garden boasts more than 2,500 different species of plants, special exhibits, and workshops. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025 Editors of the magazine will also give a peek behind the scenes through workshops for visitors. Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for workshop

Word History

First Known Use

1556, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of workshop was in 1556

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“Workshop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workshop. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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workshop

noun
work·​shop ˈwərk-ˌshäp How to pronounce workshop (audio)
1
: a shop where manufacturing or the production of handicrafts is carried on
2
3
: a usually brief educational program for a small group of people that focuses especially on techniques and skills in a particular field

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