hedges
Definitions
Noun
- A fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes
- Any technique designed to reduce or eliminate financial risk; for example, taking two positions that will offset each other if prices change
- An intentionally noncommittal or ambiguous statement
Verb
- Avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
- Hinder or restrict with or as if with a hedge
- Enclose or bound in with or as it with a hedge or hedges
- Minimize loss or risk
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This Word in the News:
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Surge. Cryptos Are Being Played as a Hedge for Iran Risk.
Mar 16, 2026 Barron's
Mar 16, 2026 Barron's
Wall St underestimates private capital problems, says top credit hedge fund
Mar 16, 2026 Financial Times
Mar 16, 2026 Financial Times