hedge
nounUK /hɛdʒ/
US /hɛdʒ/
A hedge is a row of bushes that makes a wall around a garden.
The rabbit hid behind the tall hedge.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. To avoid giving a clear answer.
He hedged when asked about his plans.
3. To protect yourself against losing money.
The farmer hedged against bad weather by buying insurance.
4. A low wall made of bushes used as a border.
They trimmed the hedge along the path.