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

Pacsun said the Council gives younger consumers an ongoing voice within the brand via strategy sessions, workshops and executive mentorship. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026

The other students received lesser sanctions, such as temporary suspensions, workshops or essay-writing assignments. — Zack Sharf, Variety, 29 Sep. 2026

Last month, Nas, Williams, Diaz and Webb collaborated on a 29-hour workshop to develop the stage adaptation. — Greg Evans, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026

Along with a 10-room inn, there are two lofts available in Gagnon’s former workshop. — Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 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