Meaning of the word huddle in English

What does huddle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

huddle

US /ˈhʌd.əl/

UK /ˈhʌd.əl/

a small group of people or things standing or sitting closely together

Example:

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The players formed a huddle to discuss their strategy.

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A small huddle of sheep stood in the corner of the field.

Synonym:

cluster group crowd mass knot

crowd together; nestle closely

Example:

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They huddled together for warmth in the cold.

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The children huddled around the storyteller.

Synonym:

cuddle nestle snuggle cluster crowd