Definition of leading edge
1 : the forward part of something that moves or seems to move
2 : the foremost edge of an airfoil
3 : cutting edge
leading–edge
\ˈlē-diŋ-ˈej\ adjectiveExplore Merriam-Webster
Examples of leading edge in a Sentence
the leading edge of an airplane's wing
the leading edge of a thunderstorm
1877
First Known Use of leading edge
1877
LEADING EDGE Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of leading edge for English Language Learners
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: the front edge of something that moves
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: the most important or advanced area of activity in a particular field
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