Definition

A line of bushes or small trees that forms a fence or boundary between fields or areas of land.

Example

The farmer planted a hedgerow to separate his fields from the road.

Conversation

Have you seen the new garden by the park?

Yeah, I love how they've added a hedgerow along the path.

It really makes the area feel more natural, doesn't it?

Absolutely! The hedgerow adds so much character to the space.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hedgerow → It is formed from "hedge" (from Old English *hæc*, meaning a fence or boundary formed by a dense row of shrubs or low trees) and "row" (from Old English *rōw*, meaning a line or series). The word "hedgerow" refers to a line of shrubs or trees forming a boundary or fence.

Memory Tip

Picture a line of shrubs or trees acting as a boundary — that's what a hedgerow is, combining the idea of a 'fence' ('hedge') and a 'line' ('row').

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