State of the Art
/ˈsteɪt əv ði ɑːrt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Representing the highest level of development, as of a device, technique, or scientific field, achieved at a particular time.
The new laboratory equipment is state of the art.
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Commentary
Often used in patent law and technology contracts to describe the most current and advanced stage of development.
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