cutting edge

cutting edge

noun

Definition of CUTTING EDGE

1

the innovators of new concepts, styles, and techniques especially in the arts <an urban enclave that has an established reputation for being hospitable to artists who are part of the cutting edge>

Synonyms cutting edge, van, vanguard

Related Words underground; avant-gardist, forerunner, pioneer, precursor, trailblazer

Near Antonyms establishment, old guard

2

the leading or most important part of a movement <a company that has always been on the cutting edge of the new electronic media>

Synonyms cutting edge, front line, leading edge, van, vanguard

Related Words spearhead