Definition of "hedging" in Englisch

verb

1. present participle and gerund of hedge

noun

1. The act of one who hedges (in various senses).

2. Any plant used to form a hedge.

3. (pragmatics, composition) The use of intentionally ambiguous or noncommittal statements.

4. (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