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hedge vs close in

close in vs hedge

hedge is a noun but close in is not a noun.

hedge and close in both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hedge Yes No Yes No
close in No No Yes No
As verbs, close in is a hypernym of hedge; that is, close in is a word with a broader meaning than hedge:
  • hedge: enclose or bound in with or as it with a hedge or hedges
  • close in: surround completely
Other hypernyms of hedge include enclose, inclose, shut in.
hedge (noun) close in (noun)
a fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes
an intentionally noncommittal or ambiguous statement
any technique designed to reduce or eliminate financial risk; for example, taking two positions that will offset each other if prices change
hedge (verb) close in (verb)
minimize loss or risk surround completely
avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) advance or converge on
enclose or bound in with or as it with a hedge or hedges
hinder or restrict with or as if with a hedge
Difference between hedge and close in

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