<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used without object) to gather or crowd together in a close mass.</li><li>to crouch, curl up, or draw oneself together.</li><li>(Football) to get together in a huddle.</li><li>to confer or consult; meet to discuss, exchange ideas, or make a decision.</li></ul><p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>a closely gathered group, mass, or heap; bunch.</li><li>(Football) a gathering of the offensive team in a close circle or line behind the line of scrimmage for instructions, signals, etc., from the team captain or quarterback, usually held before each offensive play.</li><li>a conference, or consultation, especially a private meeting to discuss serious matters: The labor representatives have been in a huddle for two hours.</li><li>confusion or disorder.</li></ul>