What does the cryptic crossword clue "Student article that's cutting edge (7)" mean?

The definition is "Student". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). A (synonym="the indefinite article in grammar") in BORDER (synonym="edge") = BOARDER; definition: "Student" The answer is BOARDER.

Student article that's cutting edge (7)

Independent Cryptic #11905 | 18 Down | 2024-12-05 flower

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