Definition of Hedge
Hedge
hedge
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(noun)
a fence or boundary, such as a barrier that is formed by a dense row of shrubs or low trees;
e.g. They had a nice hedge row that separates their property from the neighbors.
(verb)
to protect oneself from losing or failing by a counterbalancing action;
e.g. He made sure to hedge a bet in order to reduce his chances of a financial loss.
(noun)
a calculatedly noncommittal or evasive statement, as though to beat around a bush;
e.g. Instead of directly answering the question, she would hedge and try to divert the conversation elsewhere.
(noun)
to enclose or protect or defend (with financials);
e.g. He began a hedge account in case the company suffered a crisis.
(adjective)
inferior, such as with quality or conditions;
e.g. It was a little hedge tavern located deep in the forest.
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