the most recent and advanced stage of development in a particular type of work or activity, with the newest systems, equipment, etc.: We want to be at the cutting edge of this technology. Video games companies are always on the cutting edge in terms of the graphics. cutting-edge. adjective [ before noun ]

If you are at the cutting edge of a particular field of activity, you are involved in its most important or most exciting developments.

cutting edge | American Dictionary the most recent stage in the development of something: His research is at the cutting edge of new therapies for cancer.

The adjective cutting-edge often describes new advances in science or technology — a hospital might advertise its use of cutting-edge cancer treatments, for example. Art can be described as cutting-edge as well, if it uses innovative techniques or does something completely new.