hedge

noun

The use or an instance of equivocal language: ambiguity, equivocation, equivoque, euphemism, prevarication, shuffle, tergiversation, weasel word. Informal waffle. See clear/unclear.

verb

1. To shut in on all sides: begird, beset, circle, compass, encircle, encompass, environ, gird, girdle, hem, ring¹, surround. See open/close.
2. To surround and advance upon: besiege, close in, enclose, envelop, hem. See open/close.
3. To use evasive or deliberately vague language: equivocate, euphemize, shuffle, tergiversate, weasel. Informal pussyfoot, waffle. Idioms: beataboutaroundthe bush, mince words. See clear/unclear.
4. To avoid fulfilling or answering completely: dodge, duck, evade, sidestep, skirt. See seek/avoid.

IN BRIEF: n.- A fence formed by a line of closely planted shrubs or bushes; An intentionally noncommittal or ambiguous statement; Any technique designed to reduce or eliminate financial risk. v. - Minimize loss or risk.

Of all formal things in the world, a clipped hedge is the most formal

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