bikeshed noun 3verb 1forms 3 noun3 •An enclosed structure where bicycles may be stored. •(figurative) A topic that is attracting debate out of proportion to its actual importance. •The land area within a defined biking range of a specified location.The 2-mile radius around light rail stations is considered the bikeshed, or the distance within which most people are able and willing to ride a bicycle. — 2017 verb1 •To discuss a minor detail rather than focusing on more important issues.I'd like to bikeshed a little on the name. — 2012 formsbikeshedded · bikeshedding · bikesheds