hedgewise

/hɛdʒwaɪz/

Definitions

1. adverb

in a way that is related to or typical of hedges, especially in their growth or formation

“The gardeners pruned the bushes hedgewise to maintain a neat boundary.”

2. noun

a line or edge that forms part of a hedge

“The farmer walked along the hedgewise to inspect the plants.”

Synonyms

  • hedge-like
  • hedge-wise

Antonyms

  • promiscuous
  • wild