workshop
To collaboratively develop or refine an idea through discussion
Examples
In a meeting
“Let's workshop this concept with the team before presenting it to clients.”
Over coffee
“We should workshop your resume together this weekend.”
Why this word
meeting
Workshop implies collaborative, hands-on work toward a specific outcome, while meeting is a general gathering
session
Workshop indicates active participation and production, while session is neutral about the level of engagement
seminar
Workshop focuses on doing and creating together, while seminar emphasizes learning through presentation
Usage tip
Use when suggesting collaborative problem-solving or creative development; implies iterative improvement
Etymology
English: work + shop (place of manufacture); verb use from creative writing practice
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Related words
facilitate
To make a process or action easier or help it happen.
foster
To encourage the development or growth of something
consult
To seek advice or information from someone
unilateral
Done by one person or group without input from others
nascent
Just beginning to develop or come into existence
collaborate
To work jointly with others on a shared goal or project.