Definition of HEDGER

hedger

Meanings

Plural: hedgers

Noun

  • a respondent who avoids giving a clear direct answer
  • someone who counterbalances one transaction (as a bet) against another in order to protect against loss
  • a gardener who takes care of and trims hedges
  • One who makes or mends hedges.
  • One who hedges, for example in betting.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English hegger, equivalent to hedge + -er.

Scrabble Score: 11

hedger is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
hedger is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
hedger is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 11

hedger is a valid Words With Friends word