HEDGE
/hɛdʒ/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of HEDGE
A thicket of bushes or other shrubbery, especially one planted as a fence between two portions of land, or to separate the parts of a garden.
"He trims the hedge once a week."
A barrier (often consisting of a line of persons or objects) to protect someone or something from harm.
A mound of earth, stone- or turf-faced, often topped with bushes, used as a fence between any two portions of land.
To enclose with a hedge or hedges.
"to hedge a field or garden"
To obstruct or surround.
To offset the risk associated with.
Examples of HEDGE in a Sentence
- "He trims the hedge once a week."
- "to hedge a field or garden"
Word Details
Is HEDGE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HEDGE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HEDGE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HEDGE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | e | d | g | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HEDGE
15 words from the letters in HEDGE
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use HEDGE in Word Games
HEDGE is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HEDGE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HEDGE to find 15 additional valid words.