Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hedgerow
Noun
/ˈhɛdʒroʊ/
Definition
A hedgerow is a dense row of shrubs or low trees that forms a boundary or fence between fields or properties.
Examples
- The hedgerow was full of blooming flowers in the spring.
- We walked along the hedgerow while enjoying the countryside.
- Birds often nest in the safety of a hedgerow.
Meaning
Hedgerows serve as natural barriers and habitats for wildlife, providing shelter and food.
Synonyms
- Fence
- Boundary
- Thicket
- Brushwood
