hedge
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/hedʒ/
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/hedʒ/
noun
R
A row of bushes or small trees planted close together, often used as a border.
We planted a hedge around our garden to mark the property line.
R
A way to protect yourself from losing something, especially money.
Buying gold can be a good hedge against inflation.
verb
R
To avoid giving a direct answer.
When asked about his plans, he tried to hedge instead of giving a clear answer.
R
To put a hedge around something.
They decided to hedge the field to keep animals out.
R
To surround or limit something with rules or conditions.
The agreement was hedged with many restrictions.
R
To protect against financial loss.
Investors often hedge their bets to reduce risk.
translation
A row of bushes or small trees planted close together, often used as a border.; A way to protect yourself from losing something, especially money.
To avoid giving a direct answer.; To put a hedge around something.; To surround or limit something with rules or conditions.; To protect against financial loss.
Word Forms
Plural
hedges
Progressive
hedging
Past
hedged
Perfect
hedged
3rd Present
hedges