Meaning of 'hedge'

noun

a fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes

Synonyms: hedgerow

noun

an intentionally noncommittal or ambiguous statement

Synonyms: hedging

noun

any technique designed to reduce or eliminate financial risk

Synonyms: hedging

verb

minimize loss or risk

Example: "diversify your financial portfolio to hedge price risks"

verb

avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

Synonyms: dodge

verb

enclose or bound in with or as it with a hedge or hedges

Example: "hedge the property"

Synonyms: hedge in

verb

hinder or restrict with or as if with a hedge

Example: "The animals were hedged in"