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hedge vs shut in

shut in vs hedge

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

hedge and shut in both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hedge Yes No Yes No
shut in No No Yes No
As verbs, shut in is a hypernym of hedge; that is, shut in is a word with a broader meaning than hedge:
  • hedge: enclose or bound in with or as it with a hedge or hedges
  • shut in: surround completely
Other hypernyms of hedge include close in, enclose, inclose.
hedge (noun) shut 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) shut in (verb)
minimize loss or risk surround completely
avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
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 shut in

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