1hedge 
/ˈhɛʤ/ noun
plural hedg·es /ˈhɛʤ/ noun [count] 1 : a row of shrubs or small trees that are planted close to each other in order to form a boundary 2 : something that provides protection or defense — usually + against ▪ She invests her money as a hedge against inflation. ▪ hedges against loss/disappointment/uncertainty/failure
