Knife-edge Definition

nīfĕj
noun
Any very sharp edge.
Webster's New World
The edge of a knife.
Webster's New World
A metal wedge whose fine edge serves as the fulcrum for a scale beam, pendulum, etc.
Webster's New World

(figuratively) A precarious balance that could be upset by a very small force in either direction.

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Noun

Singular:
knife-edge
Plural:
knife edges

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