hedging

== English == === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈhɛd͡ʒɪŋ/ Rhymes: -ɛdʒɪŋ === Verb === hedging present participle and gerund of hedge === Noun === hedging (plural hedgings) The act of one who hedges (in various senses). Any plant used to form a hedge. (pragmatics, composition) The use of intentionally ambiguous or noncommittal statements. (finance) the practice of taking a position in one market to offset and balance against the risk adopted by assuming a position in a contrary or opposing market or investment ==== Derived terms ====