take sb. to the woodshed

[emiy wong]

Dear Tutor,

What does "take sb. to the woodshed" mean in the following sentence.

Bush should take Cheney "to the woodshed" if necessary, a Democratic lawmaker said, and the Senate's top Democrat said Rove should be fired or quit.

Thank you!

Emily

[twostep]

Dear Tutor,

What does "take sb. to the woodshed" mean in the following sentence.

Bush should take Cheney "to the woodshed" if necessary, a Democratic lawmaker said, and the Senate's top Democrat said Rove should be fired or quit.

Thank you!

Emily

to punish