Definitions For Hedge

noun

• A fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes
• An intentionally noncommittal or ambiguous statement
• Any technique designed to reduce or eliminate financial risk; for example, taking two positions that will offset each other if prices change
• A row of shrubs or small trees that are planted close to each other in order to form a boundary
• Something that provides protection or defense

verb

• Minimize loss or risk
• Avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
• Enclose or bound in with or as it with a hedge or hedges
• Hinder or restrict with or as if with a hedge
• To surround (an area) with a hedge
• To avoid giving a promise or direct answer