Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leap-ahead
phrase
/liːp əˈhɛd/

Definition
An advance or significant progress made over others, often in terms of development or understanding.

Examples
- The company made a leap-ahead in technology by developing a groundbreaking app.
- Her research represents a leap-ahead in the understanding of climate change.
- With this new strategy, we are aiming for a leap-ahead in our sales performance.

Meaning
To make a notable or substantial improvement or progress compared to others or compared to a previous state.

Synonyms
- advancement
- breakthrough
- progress
- innovation