(cricket) The edge of a bat farthest from the ground. / (cricket) A deflection of a ball off of the top edge of a bat, into the air and potentially for a catch.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see bottom, edge. / (cricket) The edge of a bat closest to the ground.

(cricket) To hit the ball with the inside edge of the bat. / (skating) To place one's weight on the inside edge of the skate, thereby moving in a curve in that direction.

(cricket) To hit the ball with the bottom edge of the bat.

(cricket) To hit the ball with the top edge of the bat.

(cricket) To hit the ball with the outside edge of the bat. / (skating) To place one's weight on the outside edge of the skate, thereby moving in a curve in that direction.

(uncountable) A lifestyle and subculture that advocates abstinence from alcohol, tobacco and the usage of recreational drugs. / (countable) Alternative form of straightedge

(graph theory) An edge of a directed graph.

(snowboarding) The sharp edge on the long side of a snowboard closest to one's toes, regardless of which way one if facing (up-mountain or down-mountain) or riding (goofy or regular).

Representing the forefront, or position of greatest advancement in some field.