Hedge
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树篱, 绿篱
a row of closely-planted bushes or small trees that form a boundary, particularly on the edge of a garden, road, or field
02
a deliberately vague statement
03
对冲, 保护
a thing or method that protects one against potential problems, particularly financial ones
04
a linguistic device used to indicate uncertainty, vagueness, or lack of commitment, often expressed through words or phrases
例子
Linguists study hedges to understand how speakers soften assertions.
to hedge
01
围住, 包围
to create an obstacle or restriction, hindering movement or impact
Transitive: to hedge sth
02
回避, 闪烁其词
to evade giving a clear or firm response, decision, or commitment
Intransitive
03
对冲, 保护
to reduce the risk of loss or failure by making a counterbalancing action or decision
Transitive: to hedge a risk or venture
04
围住, 环绕
to enclose or outline an area by planting or placing a row of shrubs or small trees
Transitive: to hedge an area
