Hedging — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Hedging
Hedging (verb)
- to enclose or protect with or as if with a dense row of shrubs or low trees, to enclose or protect with or as if with a hedge, encircle
- to confine so as to prevent freedom of movement or action, to obstruct with or as if with a barrier, hinder
- to protect oneself from losing or failing by a counterbalancing action
- to protect oneself from (something)
- to form a boundary around (something)
- to surround or restrict (someone) in a way that prevents free movement or action
Hedging (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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as in doubtful, delayed
Hedging (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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as in fudging
Hedging (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to avoid giving a definite answer or position
"kept hedging whenever asked for an opinion on the matter"
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to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
"the prison was hedged by a high stone wall"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Hedging
The most common words with a similar meaning to Hedging:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Hedging
Words with the opposite meaning of Hedging:
Word Forms of Hedging
Inflections: hedged, hedged against, hedging against, hedges against, hedged in, hedging in, hedges in
Origin & Etymology of Hedging
Middle English heggen, hedgyn "to make a hedge, fence in with a hedge," derivative of hegge, heyg hedge:1
First known use: 14th centuryt
Frequently Asked Questions about Hedging
What does "Hedging" mean?
"Hedging" means to enclose or protect with or as if with a dense row of shrubs or low trees, to enclose or protect with or as if with a hedge, encircle. As an a verb, an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: to enclose or protect with or as if with a dense row of shrubs or low trees, to enclose or protect with or as if with a hedge, encircle. It has 4 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Hedging"?
Other words for "Hedging" include delayed, dilatory, doubtful, hesitating, equivocal, hesitant, qualified and tentative. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Hedging" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Hedging"?
There are 114 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Hedging". Common alternatives include delayed, dilatory, doubtful, hesitating, equivocal, hesitant, qualified, tentative, uncertain and forced.
What is the opposite of "Hedging"?
Antonyms of "Hedging" include hearty, wholehearted, whole-souled, single-minded, ardent, avid, eager and enthusiastic.
How do you use "Hedging" in a sentence?
Examples of "Hedging" in a sentence: "kept hedging whenever asked for an opinion on the matter"; "the prison was hedged by a high stone wall".
Is "Hedging" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Hedging" can be used as a verb, an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.
What is the origin of the word "Hedging"?
"Hedging" comes from Middle English heggen, hedgyn "to make a hedge, fence in with a hedge," derivative of hegge, heyg hedge:1. First known use: 14th centuryt.
What is another word for "Hedging" meaning "as in doubtful, delayed"?
When "Hedging" (adjective) means as in doubtful, delayed, synonyms include delayed, dilatory, doubtful, hesitating, equivocal and hesitant. Opposites in this sense include hearty, wholehearted, whole-souled and single-minded.