Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Hedge.
How to pronounce hedge:
US
Hedge - as a noun
A fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hedgerow16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fence10fencing13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Any technique designed to reduce or eliminate financial risk; for example, taking two positions that will offset each other if prices change
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hedging13An intentionally noncommittal or ambiguous statement
Example: "When you say `maybe' you are just hedging"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hedging13Hedge - as a verb
Avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
Example: "He dodged the issue"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
circumvent19dodge8duck11elude6evade9fudge10parry10put offsidestep11skirt9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
avoid9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hinder or restrict with or as if with a hedge
Example: "The animals were hedged in"
Enclose or bound in with or as it with a hedge or hedges
Example: "Hedge the property"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hedge inMinimize loss or risk
Example: "Diversify your financial portfolio to hedge price risks"
Example Sentences
"The garden was surrounded by a thick hedge."
"The hedge served as a boundary marker between the two properties."
"The farmer planted a row of hedges to protect his crops from the wind."
"The hedge was trimmed into an intricate design."
"We found a bird's nest hidden in the hedge."
Word Game Points
Is HEDGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hedge is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HEDGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is HEDGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hedge is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHEDGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is HEDGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hedge is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHEDGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
