workshop

noun

work·​shop ˈwərk-ˌshäp 

1

: a small establishment where manufacturing or handicrafts are carried on

2

: workroom

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

Synonyms of workshop

• factory
• mill
• shop
• plant
• works

Examples of workshop in a Sentence

He's in his workshop working on the lawnmower.

a workshop for making high-end furniture

Recent Examples on the Web

Community meetings, workshops, and virtual sessions are scheduled through the end of March as leaders refine the proposal. —Monique John, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2026

Nicholl fellows participate in events with Oscar nominees and winners, including pitch workshops, media training sessions, meet-and-greets and more. —Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2026

The Nicholl fellows will receive support, resources and networking opportunities including pitch workshops, media training sessions, meet-and-greets and more involving past Oscar nominees and winners. —Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 23 Mar. 2026

There are six more workshops at the Sea Tea improv studios on Sunday morning and afternoon. —Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1556, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for workshop

• atop
• backdrop
• backstop
• bebop
• blacktop
• bookshop
• clatsop
• desktop
• eavesdrop
• estop
• hardtop
• hilltop

Kids Definition

workshop

noun

work·​shop ˈwərk-ˌshäp 

1

: a shop where manufacturing or the production of handicrafts is carried on

2

: workroom

3

: a usually brief educational program for a small group of people that focuses especially on techniques and skills in a particular field