To Hedge

1. (transitive) To enclose with a hedge or hedges.
2. (transitive) To obstruct or surround.
3. (transitive, finance) To offset the risk associated with.
4. (transitive, intransitive) To avoid verbal commitment.
5. (intransitive) To construct or repair a hedge.
6. (intransitive, finance) To reduce one's exposure to risk.