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 Words From

• cutting-edge adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of cutting edge¹

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

Are they lacking a cutting edge?

From BBC

But this is the Chris Wood derby - aka the 'Wood Chopper' derby - and I am backing him to give Nottingham Forest the cutting edge they need against his former club.

From BBC

As the use of AI in the military rises, Trump’s campaign says he would “invest in cutting edge research and advanced technologies” in part to modernize the military, which would benefit tech firms such as Palantir and Anduril Industries.

From Los Angeles Times

“Everything's moving so quickly. It's a constant battle to keep on top of things to develop expertise in such a cutting edge area.”

From BBC

“Because Kern County continues to exhibit the pieces ... necessary to be on the cutting edge of any industry whatsoever.”

From Los Angeles Times