noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
cutting edge; forefront; state of the art
Refers to the most advanced position in technology, research, trends, or ideas. Often used attributively with の.
This research institute is always pursuing cutting-edge technology.
She is at the forefront of fashion.
tip; extreme end
Physical tip or very end of something; less common than the figurative sense. Often used in technical or descriptive contexts.
The very tip of the needle is extremely thin.
This robot uses cutting-edge technology.
His company is at the leading edge of the AI industry.
She continues her research at the cutting edge of medicine.
There is a sensory organ at the very tip of the antenna.
最先端 is the general word for the cutting edge of a field, while フロンティア stresses the unexplored territory still waiting to be opened up.