HEDGING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

any technique designed to reduce or eliminate financial risk

Example: for example, taking two positions that will offset each other if prices change

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

an intentionally noncommittal or ambiguous statement

Example: when you say `maybe' you are just hedging

Synonyms

Dodge, Hedging, Circumvent, Hedge, Put off

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