huddle

C2
Pronunciation
/ˈhʌdəl/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

A dense and disorderly crowd.

2 Definition

A brief meeting of all the players from one team that are on the field with the purpose of planning the following play.

3 Definition

A hesitation during play to think about one's next move.

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To crowd together.

Example Sentences
  • The sheep huddled together seeking warmth.
2 Definition

To curl one's legs up to the chest and keep one's arms close to the torso; to crouch; to assume a position similar to that of an embryo in the womb.

3 Definition

To get together and discuss a topic.

4 Definition

To form a huddle.

5 Definition

To crowd (things) together; to mingle confusedly; to assemble without order or system.

6 Definition

To do, make, or put, in haste or roughly; hence, to do imperfectly; usually with a following preposition or adverb (huddle on, huddle up, huddle together).

7 Definition

To hesitate during play while thinking about one's next move.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Muted, as if emitted by a huddled embryo