huddle

to gather or crowd together in a close mass.

to crouch, curl up, or draw oneself together.

Football. to get together in a huddle.

to confer or consult; meet to discuss, exchange ideas, or make a decision.

to heap or crowd together closely.

to draw (oneself) closely together, as in crouching; nestle (often followed by up).

Chiefly British. to do hastily and carelessly (often followed by up, over, or together).

to put on (clothes) with careless haste (often followed by on).

a closely gathered group, mass, or heap; bunch.

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.

a conference, or consultation, especially a private meeting to discuss serious matters: The labor representatives have been in a huddle for two hours.

confusion or disorder.