| 1. | the sharp edge of a cutting implement. |
| 2. | forefront; lead: on the cutting edge of computer technology. |
| cutting-edge | |
adjective | |
| in accord with the most fashionable ideas or style; "wears only the latest style"; "the last thing in swimwear"; "cutting-edge technology"; "a with-it boutique" [syn: up-to-date] |