Meaning of the word hedging in English
What does hedging mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hedging
US /ˈhedʒ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈhedʒ.ɪŋ/
Noun
1.
the activity of trying to protect yourself against loss, especially in financial dealings, by making opposing bets or investments
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The company used various hedging strategies to minimize financial risk.
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Effective hedging can protect investments from market volatility.
2.
the action of avoiding making a direct statement or commitment
Example:
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His constant hedging made it difficult to get a clear answer.
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The politician's speech was full of hedging and lacked firm commitments.