Definition of Hedge
Hedge
hed·ge
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To avoid commitment or risk by being vague or evasive.
e.g. The politician hedged on the question of tax reform during the debate.
(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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