cutting edge

noun

1. the sharp edge of a cutting implement.

2. forefront; lead.

   on the cutting edge of computer technology.

cutting edge

noun

1. the leading position in any field; forefront

   on the cutting edge of space technology

adjective

1. at the forefront of people or things in a field of activity; leading

   cutting-edge technology

Other Word Forms

• cutting-edge adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of cutting edge¹

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

Of 131 factories and industrial sites recognized by the World Economic Forum globally for lifting productivity through cutting edge technologies such as AI, 45 are in mainland China, while three are in the U.S.

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These ultra-thin chips are at the cutting edge of semiconductor technology and allow devices to run faster and more efficiently.

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"We are at the cutting edge of technology and analysis methods with this system," said Beard.

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It was felt that Formula 1 was the sport at the cutting edge of data and AI use.

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Only they don’t know how long the chips they buy will remain cutting edge, how fast revenue will scale or how much capital is available.

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Related Words

• forefront 
• front line 
• vanguard