Definition of: hedge

(hej) noun
1. A fence or barrier formed by bushes set close together.
2. Any barrier or boundary.
3. The act of hedging.
—v. hedged, hedg·ing v.t.
1. To surround or border with a hedge; separate with a hedge.
2. To surround, guard, or hem in with or as with obstructions or barriers: usually with in.
3. To try to compensate for possible loss from (a bet, investment, etc.) by making offsetting bets or investments.
—v.i.
4. To hide, as in or behind a hedge; skulk.
5. To make offsetting bets, investments, etc.
6. To avoid definite statement or involvement; refuse to commit oneself. [OE hegg]
—hedg′er noun
—hedg′y adjective