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the edge of an airfoil or propeller blade facing the direction of motion; something that is or represents the most advanced or innovative aspect of a field, activity, profession, etc.; forefront; vanguard

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  • Small companies may be headed by more innovative and leading-edge people.
  • Australia has a proud tradition of using leading-edge technology at the border.
  • She suggests figuring out who the leading-edge thinkers are to pay attention to them.
  • Such technology involves leading-edge semiconductor, materials, and processing technology.
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