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cutting edge

The definition of cutting edge is someone or something that is the latest, greatest and newest.

(adjective)

1. An example of cutting edge is brand new medical technology to help cancer patients. 2. An example of cutting edge is a person who always has the newest electronic gear the day it comes out.

See cutting edge in Webster's New World College Dictionary

the effective or decisive element
the leading or most important position; forefront; vanguard
the most advanced or innovative position; the avant-garde

See cutting edge in American Heritage Dictionary 4

cutting edge

noun

An effective quality or element.
The position of greatest advancement or importance; the forefront: “California is on the cutting edge of trends that spread nationwide” (Carl Ingram).

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