the edge of a tool's blade
刀刃。
[in sing.]the latest or most advanced stage in the development of something
前沿
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researchers at the cutting edge of molecular biology .处于分子生物学前沿的研究人员。
 
[in sing.]a person or factor that contributes a dynamic or invigorating quality to a situation and thereby puts one at an advantage over one's rivals
使人领先的人物(或因素)
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the party's campaign began to lose its cutting edge .该党的竞选开始失去其制胜因素。
 
〈喻〉 (说话或文章中的)深刻性,敏锐性
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his wit retains its cutting edge .他的风趣依然深刻敏锐。
 
at the latest or most advanced stage of development; innovative or pioneering
尖端的,前沿的;创新的
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cutting-edge technology .前沿技术。
 




