husheddrill

noun
UK /hʌʃt drɪl/
US /hʌʃt drɪl/

A husheddrill is a quiet practice where people learn to stay calm and listen carefully.

The teacher led a husheddrill so the children could practice being still and silent.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A low, soft sound made by drilling slowly.

A husheddrill came from the workshop as the machine turned gently.

3. A secret or private training session.

The team held a husheddrill behind closed doors before the big match.

4. A gentle way of teaching someone to speak softly.

Her husheddrill helped the puppy learn not to bark indoors.