Bleeding Edge

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Definition

Using technology so new it might spontaneously combust, offering both the thrill of innovation and the terror of potential disaster.

Etymology

An extension of 'cutting edge' to imply a technology or approach so new it could be risky.

Usage Example

We're using this bleeding edge framework for our project; it's so new, the documentation is just a hopeful glimmer in the developer's eye.