cast iron vs cutting edge

cast iron

noun
  • A hard and brittle, but strong, alloy of iron, carbon, and silicon, formed by casting in a mould. 

adj
  • Inflexible or without exception. 

  • Made of cast iron. 

  • Durable; tough; resilient. 

cutting edge

noun
  • The sharp edge of the blade of a knife or other cutting tool. 

  • The forefront, or position of greatest advancement in some field. 

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