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单词 bet-hedging
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Definition of bet-hedging in English:

bet-hedging

noun ˈbɛtˌhɛdʒɪŋ
  • The action of hedging a bet, or of hedging one's bets; equivocation, indecision.

adjective ˈbɛtˌhɛdʒɪŋ
  • That engages in or constitutes bet-hedging; equivocating, noncommittal.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in The Salt Lake Tribune. From bet + hedging
1970s; earliest use found in The Times. From bet + hedge + -ing.

 
 

Definition of bet-hedging in US English:

bet-hedging

nounˈbɛtˌhɛdʒɪŋ
  • The action of hedging a bet, or of hedging one's bets; equivocation, indecision.

adjectiveˈbɛtˌhɛdʒɪŋ
  • That engages in or constitutes bet-hedging; equivocating, noncommittal.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in The Salt Lake Tribune. From bet + hedging<br>1970s; earliest use found in The Times. From bet + hedge + -ing.

 
 
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