Leading Edge Definition

lēdĭng
noun
The edge of a sail that faces the wind.
American Heritage
The front edge of a propeller blade or airfoil.
Webster's New World
A position of leadership, as in cultural or technological advances.
Webster's New World
Someone or something occupying such a position.
American Heritage

At the forefront of practice or technology, contrast with bleeding edge.

Wiktionary
adjective

Of or pertaining to the leading edge of an airfoil.

Wiktionary

(by extension) Leading, latest or most up-to-date.

Wiktionary

Other Word Forms of Leading Edge

Noun

Singular:
leading edge
Plural:
leading edges

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